A client's pulse oximetry reading is 100%; however, the hemoglobin level is 8.5 g/dL. The client's spouse asks the nurse what activities the client can safely carry out. Which activity would the nurse recommend?
A)Rock climbing
B)Skiing
C)Trekking
D)Road trip

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The client's hemoglobin level is low (normal range is generally considered to be around 13.8 to 17.2 grams per deciliter for men and 12.1 to 15.1 grams per deciliter for women), indicating anemia, which can lead to decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood despite a pulse oximetry reading of 100%. Activities that require significant physical exertion, such as rock climbing, skiing, and trekking, might be too strenuous and could exacerbate symptoms of anemia like fatigue or shortness of breath. A road trip is a more sedentary activity that would likely be safer and more manageable for the client under these conditions.

A Client's Pulse Oximetry Reading Is 100%; However, the Hemoglobin