Clinical judgment · practice question
Which findings are early signs of hypoxia in an adult? Select all that apply.
Select all that applyMedium
Answer and explanation
Correct answer
- A. Restlessness
- B. Tachycardia
- D. Tachypnea
- F. Anxiety
Why
Early on, the body compensates by breathing faster and raising the heart rate, and the brain's sensitivity to low oxygen shows up as restlessness or anxiety. Cyanosis, bradycardia and decreased consciousness come late.
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