Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be a priority for a patient in acute respiratory distress?
a. Pain
b. Impaired gas exchange
c. Activity intolerance
d. Deficient knowledge
B
Remember your ABCs. Airway is always a priority. Options a, c, and d are not priorities
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