Question Answered step-by-step At first glance, the nurse can tell Mr. Paul’s condition has… At first glance, the nurse can tell Mr. Paul’s condition has changed. Mr. Paul states “he is short of breath.” The nurse can hear the anxiety in his voice as Mr. Paul replies that “it’s hard to catch my breath” and his “chest feels tight”. Mr. Paul was admitted overnight with general weakness and anemia after a fall at home. There was no record of any shortness of breath or pulmonary disease in his admission history.Nursing assessmentHis respiratory rate has increased to 32 and he is using his accessory muscles to breathe. His skin is a little clammy and cool, and his lips and fingernails are slightly cyanosed. His pulse is 110/min and regular, BP 108/60, and 02 sats are 86% on room air. 1. Based on the assessment, what condition do you suspect Mr. Paul is developing? What symptoms support your decision?2. What supplemental oxygenation delivery device would be most appropriate? Why?3. What are some nursing considerations for this device?4. What are two nursing diagnoses that you would list as priority concerns for Mr. Paul?5. Create one SMART goal for Mr. Paul? Health Science Science Nursing NUR 1023C Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)