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Practice Question

A nurse is collecting data on a client who has oxygen toxicity. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

Muscle twitching

Rationale:

🧠Oxygen toxicity occurs from prolonged exposure to high levels of oxygen and can lead to central nervous system symptoms, including muscle twitching and seizures.

💨It primarily affects patients receiving high concentrations of oxygen for extended periods. 🚫Facial flushing and metallic taste are not hallmark signs of oxygen toxicity.

💧Periorbital edema is more common with allergic or renal-related issues.

📌core message

Oxygen toxicity causes neurological symptoms, like muscle twitching.

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  • Domain: FUNDAMENTALS of Nursing (LPN ati)
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