A black client with asthma seeks emergency care for acute respiratory distress.
Because of this client’s dark skin, the nurse should assess for cyanosis by inspecting the:
- a. Lips.
- b. Mucous membranes.
- c. Nail beds.
- d. Earlobes.
Answer B.
Skin color doesn’t affect the mucous membranes. The lips, nail beds, and earlobes are less reliable indicators of cyanosis because they’re affected by skin color.
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