The client is hypoxic according to arterial blood gas measurement. What nursing diagnosis problem statement is most appropriate for this client?
What will be an ideal response?
Correct Answer: Impaired Gas Exchange
Rationale : The only nursing diagnosis supported by hypoxia as the only finding is Impaired Gas Exchange. The client may have other nursing diagnoses such as Ineffective Breathing Pattern or Ineffective Airway Clearance, but those diagnoses are not supported by the findings in this scenario.
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