Considering the patient's diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the nurse assesses for signs and symptoms of hypoxia. What may alert the nurse to early signs and symptoms of hypoxia?
1) Change in mental status
2) Cyanosis
3) Tachycardia
4) Clubbing
ANS: 1
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