The nurse caring for a 2-year-old near-drowning victim monitors for what possible complication?
A) Atelectasis
B) Acute respiratory distress syndrome
C) Metabolic alkalosis
D) Respiratory acidosis
B
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Factors associated with the development of ARDS include aspiration related to near drowning or vomiting; drug ingestion/overdose; hematologic disorders such as disseminated intravascular coagulation or massive transfusions; direct damage to the lungs through prolonged smoke inhalation or other corrosive substances; localized lung infection; metabolic disorders such as pancreatitis or uremia; shock; trauma such as chest contusions, multiple fractures, or head injury; any major surgery; embolism; and septicemia. Options A, C, and D are incorrect.
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