Question

A nurse is reviewing the health records of five clients. Which of the following clients are at risk for developing ARDS? (Select all that apply.)

A. A client who experienced a near-drowning incident.
B. A client following A CABG surgery.
C. A client who has a Hgb of 15.1 mg/dL.
D. A client who has dysphagia.
E. A client who experienced acute drug toxicity.

Answer 1

Option C. Clients at risk for developing ARDS include those who have experienced a near-drowning incident, undergone CABG surgery, have dysphagia, and have suffered from acute drug toxicity. A client with a Hgb of 15.1 mg/dL is not at risk based on this information alone.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks about the risk factors for developing Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), which is not the same as Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) that affects premature infants. ARDS can occur in people of all ages and is triggered by various conditions that lead to fluid buildup in the alveoli, interfering with oxygen exchange. Based on the triggers and risk factors for ARDS, the clients at risk would be:

• A client who experienced a near-drowning incident (hypoxemia can occur due to the inhalation of water leading to lung damage).
• A client following CABG surgery (due to the potential for complications such as infection, which can lead to ARDS).
• A client with dysphagia (risk of aspiration pneumonia, which can lead to ARDS).
• A client who experienced acute drug toxicity (certain drugs can damage the lungs and increase ARDS risk).

The client with a Hgb of 15.1 mg/dL is not necessarily at risk of ARDS based solely on this value.