The nurse is assessing a patient for hypoxia and observes a bluish discoloration in the following areas.Which areas indicate hypoxia? (Select all that apply. )
A)Oral mucosa
B)Conjunctiva of the eye
C)Around the lips
D)On the nail beds

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Cyanosis caused by hypoxia is observed in the oral mucosa,in the conjunctiva of the eye,and around the lips,known as circumoral cyanosis.Nail bed cyanosis may be caused by peripheral vascular disease or cold temperatures.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Patient for Hypoxia and Observes