Question

the nurse is assessing a client for the adequacy of ventilation. what assessment findings would indicate the client has good ventilation?

Answer 1

SIGNS OF ADEQUATE VENTILATION: In most patients, your assessment of ventilation will be based on observing their respiratory rate (normal 12 to 20) and listening for clear breathing sounds in the left and right chest. Auditory confirmation of breathing sounds is the strongest sign of adequate ventilation.