A 48-year-old male patient is short of breath and confused. His airway is open, and his breathing is fast. A radial pulse is easily palpated. His skin is warm to cool and dry. Your partner reports the following vital signs: pulse, 124; respirations, 24 breaths/min; blood pressure, 158/86 mmHg; and SpO2, 89% on room air. The patient's lung sounds indicate slight wheezing. Based on this information, which of these conditions poses the most immediate threat to this patient's well-being?
A) Hypoxia
B) Elevated blood pressure
C) Possible infection
D) Increased heart rate
A) Hypoxia
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Under TRICARE, what does NAS stand for?
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A) It fails to measure PO2 and PCO2 anymore. B) It will drift over time. C) It causes a pigment change on the skin. D) It may cause burns.