During a high-altitude flight transport, a patient with a respiratory condition starts to exhibit increased respiratory distress. Which physiologic stressor is most likely exacerbating the patient's condition?
At higher altitudes, the partial pressure of oxygen decreases, leading to lower oxygen saturation in the patient's blood. This can significantly affect patients with pre-existing respiratory conditions, causing increased respiratory distress. While vibration and noise are stressors, they do not directly impact oxygen saturation levels.
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General Principles of Flight Transport Nursing Practice
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