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    Ati pn comprehensive predictor 2023 proctored exam

    A nurse is collecting data from a group of clients. Which of the following images indicates a client the nurse should identify as exhibiting clubbing of the fingers?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A: Image A shows hands with fingers that appear elongated and have widened nail beds. The fingertips look rounded and bulbous, which is characteristic of clubbing. Clubbing often results from chronic hypoxia and is seen in conditions like congenital heart disease, cystic fibrosis, and chronic lung disease. B: Image B shows normal-appearing fingers with straight nail beds and no signs of bulbous enlargement at the fingertips. This appearance is not consistent with clubbing and represents normal finger structure without signs of chronic hypoxia or circulatory issues.

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