The nurse is assessing a patient who, following an extensive surgical procedure, is at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The nurse assesses for which early, most common sign of ARDS? a) Bilateral wheezing b) Rapid onset of severe dyspnea c) Inspiratory crackles d) Cyanosis
The nurse is assessing a patient who, following an extensive surgical procedure, is at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The nurse assesses for which early, most common sign of ARDS?
a) Bilateral wheezing
b) Rapid onset of severe dyspnea
c) Inspiratory crackles
d) Cyanosis