A patient has been diagnosed with a restrictive lung disease. Which assessment finding would the nurse expect?
1. Cough that the patient describes as occasional for the last 2 weeks
2. Bradycardia
3. Patient report of increased shortness of breath when walking
4. Clear lung sounds
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Rationale 1: The cough associated with restrictive lung disease is chronic and of prolonged duration.
Rationale 2: Tachycardia is the more common cardiac response to restrictive lung disorders.
Rationale 3: Progressive exertional dyspnea is a finding associated with restrictive lung disease.
Rationale 4: Bibasilar inspiratory crackles are a common finding in restrictive lung disorders.
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