Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Exam Prep

Category - Acute Care Nurse Practioner Practice Test

What is the first step in treating a patient with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome?
  1. Maintain fluid and electrolyte balance
  2. Maintain oxygenation
  3. Provide adequate nutrition
  4. Prevent respiratory and metabolic complications
Explanation
Answer: B - The first step in treating a patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome is to maintain oxygenation. Supplemental oxygenation is first tried. If that does not meet the patient’s oxygenation needs, mechanical ventilation following intubation is done.
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