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    Hesi RN Exit Proctored ExamQuestion 125
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    Hesi RN Exit Proctored Exam
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    Exhibits The nurse starts the albuterol nebulizer as prescribed. Which should the nurse assess after the albuterol nebulizer treatment is complete? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. A complete blood count is not immediately relevant after nebulization and does not provide direct information about the respiratory status or treatment effectiveness. B. Serum sodium levels are not related to the immediate effects of albuterol nebulization and would not provide useful information following the treatment. C. Assessing peak inspiratory flow can help determine how well the client is able to take in air after the nebulizer treatment. This is an important measure of respiratory function, especially in asthma management. D. While temperature can be monitored to assess for infection or inflammation, it is not a priority assessment immediately after administering an albuterol nebulizer treatment in this context. E. Peak expiratory flow is critical to evaluate the effectiveness of the albuterol nebulization. Monitoring this parameter can help assess the improvement in airway obstruction. F. Albuterol can cause tachycardia as a side effect. Monitoring the heart rate after treatment helps ensure that the client is stable and not experiencing any adverse effects. G. Assessing breath sounds post-treatment is essential to determine whether there has been an improvement in airway patency and to identify any residual wheezing or other abnormal sounds. H. Oxygen saturation should be monitored after the treatment to assess the effectiveness of the nebulization in improving oxygenation. It is important to ensure that the saturation levels rise above 94%.

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