Multiple Choice
The nurse is providing care for an individual admitted with an acute asthma attack.Arterial blood gas (ABG) results indicate pH = 7.33; CO2 = 49; HCO3 = 26; and oxygen saturation is 87%.After initiating treatment with IV fluids, bronchodilators, and oxygen therapy at 4 L via nasal cannula (NC) , the client's repeat ABG results are pH = 7.35; CO2 = 47; HCO3 = 26; and oxygen saturation is 89%.Which action should the nurse take next?
A) Prepare to transfer the client to the intensive care unit (ICU) .
B) Document the findings in the client's medical record.
C) Inform the family of the client's worsening condition.
D) Assess the function of the client's oxygen delivery system.
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