The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). For what conditions should the nurse assess in this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. nasal flaring
2. restlessness
3. anxiety
4. decreased level of consciousness
5. sputum production
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Signs of respiratory distress for SARS include nasal flaring, restlessness, anxiety, and decreased level of consciousness. Sputum production is not a common assessment finding in SARS.
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