The patient is being supported by mechanical ventilation and is not maintaining adequate oxygenation on current settings. Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) has just been increased from 10 to 12 cm H2O
What nursing assessment finding best indicates that the patient is not tolerating this change?
A) Increased cardiac output
B) Increased blood pressure
C) Significant hypotension
D) Increased pulmonary compliance
C
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