A patient presents with an acute onset of CHF with no histor…
A patient presents with an acute onset of CHF with no history of chronic lung disease, his vital signs are as follows: HR 145, RR 30 bpm, B/P 178/96, SpO2 93% on 6 L/NC, he is complaining of SOB, tightening of his chest and exhibiting diaphoresis. The physician orders an ABG with the following results: pH 7.54, PaCO2 29, HCO3 24 mEq/L. Interpret this ABG.
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A nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who reports severe pain and requests additional opioid medication. The nurse is aware of growing concerns related to the opioid epidemic. Which nursing action best demonstrates safe and ethical pain management within this context?
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