You are doing hospice care for Mr. Jones. Which of the following symptoms will let you know his death is near?

You are doing hospice care for Mr.

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ACheyne stokes respirations, pulse rate 42-60 irregular, skin cool and moist, pulse oximetry of 76%
BShallow rapid breathing, warm skin, heart rate 72, pulse oximetry of 92%
CEupnea, irregular pulse rate 60-90, skin cool and dry, pulse oximetry of 89%
DOrthopnea, irregular pulse rate 110, skin warm moist, pulse oximetry 89%

✓ Correct answer: A. Cheyne stokes respirations, pulse rate 42-60 irregular, skin cool and moist, pulse oximetry of 76% Cheyne Stokes respirations are a sign of impending death. A pulse rate as low as 42-60 and irregular is a sign of cardiac issues. Skin being cool and moist may indicate shock. Lastly, a pulse oximetry that low indicates poor air exchange. The other answers have irregular vital signs but are not definitive signs of impending death.

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