During IV therapy, the presence of SOB, Unequal breath sounds, and cyanosis despite administration of high flow oxygen should make you most suspicious of
A. acute pulmonary edema.
B. circulatory overload.
C. spontaneous pneumothorax.
D. an air embolus.
Answer: D. an air embolus.
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Fill in the blanks with correct word
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