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One day postoperative, the client complains of dyspnea, and his respiratory rate (RR) is 35, slightly labored, and there are no breath sounds in the lower-right base. The nurse should suspect:
A. cor pulmonale.
B. atelectasis.
C. pulmonary embolus.
D. cardiac tamponade.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
The first three symptoms could be indicative of any of the conditions. The distinguishing symptom is the lack of breath sounds in the lower-right base, which is assessed when a portion of the lung has collapsed.Physiological Adaptation
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