Which should the nurse assess to determine oxygenation during the respiratory assessment for a pediatric client? Select all that apply
1. Mucous membranes
2. Nail beds
3. Skin
4. Sclerae
5. Corneas
1, 2, 3
Explanation:
1. The nurse assesses the mucous membranes to determine oxygenation during the respiratory assessment for a pediatric client.
2. The nurse assesses the nail beds to determine oxygenation during the respiratory assessment for a pediatric client.
3. The nurse assesses the skin to determine oxygenation during the respiratory assessment for a pediatric client.
4. The sclerae are not assessed to determine oxygenation during the respiratory assessment for a pediatric client.
5. The corneas are not assessed to determine oxygenation during the respiratory assessment for a pediatric client.
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