The nurse in the respiratory unit is caring for a 49-year-old female client.
1000:Client is recovering after pneumonia complicated by acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Mechanical ventilation is no longer needed, and the client is awake and participating in recovery teaching. The nurse reviews the lung injury and the breathing support used during the illness.
For each client statement, click to specify whether the statement indicates understanding or no understanding of the teaching provided.
| Client Statements | Understanding | No Understanding |
|---|---|---|
| “Damaged air-sac walls let fluid collect in my lungs.” | ||
| “A collapsed lung is not a risk of ventilator treatment.” | ||
| “Sedation can help ease anxiety during ventilator support.” | ||
| “My lung problem came from fluid backing up from my heart.” | ||
| “Lying facedown can improve oxygenation during ARDS treatment.” |
Note: Each row must have 1 response option selected.