The nurse is collecting data from a client with the autoimmune disorder, endocarditis. What does the nurse recognize as symptom of an acute exacerbation?
A) Temperature of 100.9° F
B) Respiratory rate of 20 breaths/minute
C) Constipation
D) Nausea
A
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Periods of acute flare-ups (known as exacerbations) are completely unpredictable. During acute exacerbations, clients often experience a low-grade fever, malaise, or fatigue. They also may lose weight. A respiratory rate of 20 breaths/minute is within normal range. Constipation and nausea are not characteristic of a flare-up of endocarditis.
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