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    Ati nur 250 med surg proctored exam(clinical nursing practicum)
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    A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Which of the following changes should the nurse expect? (Select All that Apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Muscle wasting ARDS often leads to prolonged ICU stay and catabolism, resulting in muscle loss. B. Fat accumulation Not an expected finding in ARDS; wasting is more likely. C. Cognitive loss Hypoxia and critical illness can result in lasting cognitive impairment. D. Functional impairment Long-term functional decline is common after severe ARDS. E. Weight gain Unlikely due to muscle wasting and poor intake; weight loss is more typical.

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