What is the minimal decrease in ABI value to indicate a clinically significant progression of peripheral arterial disease?

A. A decrease of 0.01
B. A decrease of 1.0
C. A decrease of 50% or more
D. A decrease of 0.15

D

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A client with end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease requires bi-level positive airway pressure (BiPAP). While caring for the client, the nurse determines that bilateral wrist restraints are required to prevent compromised care. Which client care outcome is associated with restraint use in the client who requires BiPAP?

a) The client will remain infection-free. b) The client will maintain adequate oxygenation. c) The client will maintain adequate urine output. d) The client will remain pain-free.

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A pulse oximetry reading of _________ percent or higher is considered normal

A) ?50 B) 80 C) 95 D) 99

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