Hypoxia – Signs and Symptoms (in Pediatrics) Nursing Mnemonic (FINES)


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Mar 06 2024 1 mins   5

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  • F-Feeding difficulty
  • I-Inspiratory Stridor
  • N-Nares Flares
  • E-Expiratory Grunting
  • S-Sternal Retractions

Description

The above signs are indications that the patient is attempting to draw in more oxygen. The patient will begin to compensate for the decreased tissue oxygenation by exhibiting the following signs and symptoms.