A client has been hospitalized for treatment of acute bacterial pneumonia. Which outcome indicates an improvement in the client's condition?

a) The client has a partial pressure of arterial oxygen (PaO2) value of 90 mm Hg or higher.
b) The client has a partial pressure of arterial carbon dioxide (PaCO2) value of 65 mm Hg or higher.
c) The client exhibits restlessness and confusion.
d) The client exhibits bronchial breath sounds over the affected area.


Answer: a) The client has a partial pressure of arterial oxygen (PaO2) value of 90 mm Hg or higher.

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