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What is the main cause of acute respiratory failure as described in the text?
What is the main cause of acute respiratory failure as described in the text?
- Mechanical abnormality of the lungs or chest wall (correct)
- Defect in the alveoli
- Impaired function of the cardiovascular system
- Failure of the respiratory control center of the brain
In acute respiratory failure, what is the classification based on the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide?
In acute respiratory failure, what is the classification based on the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide?
- Hypertensive or hypoglycemic
- Hypoxemic or hyperglycemic
- Hypotensive or hypercalcemic
- Hypoxemic or hypercapnic (correct)
What assessment finding indicates hypoxemia in a person with acute respiratory failure?
What assessment finding indicates hypoxemia in a person with acute respiratory failure?
- Oxygen saturation above 90%
- Paco2 less than 45 mm Hg
- Acidemia (correct)
- Pao2 greater than 60 mm Hg
Which nursing consideration is NOT mentioned in the text for managing acute respiratory failure?
Which nursing consideration is NOT mentioned in the text for managing acute respiratory failure?
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When should a client with acute respiratory failure be prepared for mechanical ventilation according to the text?
When should a client with acute respiratory failure be prepared for mechanical ventilation according to the text?
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