A nurse is caring for a child who is dying. Which of the following are findings of impending death? (Select all that apply.)

Choice A reason: Hyperventilation can be a sign of oxygen toxicity as the body attempts to balance oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.

Choice B reason: Increased blood pressure is not typically a direct sign of oxygen toxicity; it may be related to other underlying conditions.

Choice C reason: Decreased PaCO2 can be a result of hyperventilation, which is a compensatory mechanism in response to oxygen toxicity.

Choice D reason: Unconsciousness can be a severe sign of oxygen toxicity, indicating a high level of oxygen in the blood affecting brain function.

Choice A reason:
Bowel sounds are a general indicator of intestinal activity and can be assessed in patients with various conditions. However, they are not specific to the effectiveness of Esomeprazole, which is primarily used to reduce gastric acid production and prevent stress ulcers, particularly in patients with burn injuries⁷.

Choice B reason:
Stool frequency may indicate gastrointestinal motility and function but does not directly assess the effectiveness of Esomeprazole. This drug's main role is to decrease stomach acidity, which would not necessarily change stool frequency unless there was a pre-existing issue related to acid production⁷.

Choice C reason:
Abdominal distention can be caused by a variety of factors, including gas, fluid, or enlargement of organs. While it's important to monitor in burn patients, it does not specifically evaluate the effectiveness of Esomeprazole in preventing gastric acid-related complications⁷.

Choice D reason:
A fecal occult blood test is used to detect bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, which could signify the development of stress ulcers. Since Esomeprazole is prescribed to prevent such ulcers by reducing stomach acid, this test is a direct measure of the drug's effectiveness in burn patients⁷.