An older adult patient admitted to the intensive care unit with acute respiratory injury from aspiration is at risk for developing critical illness polyneuropathy (CIP). What information does the nurse provide to this client's family?
1. Prevention of this condition is important because very few persons experience complete recovery.
2. Tight control of blood glucose may help prevent this condition.
3. The major concern with this illness is impairment of the patient's ability to breath.
4. If this condition develops intensive antibiotic therapy will be necessary.
Answer: 2
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