Describe what is meant by the phrase two-pillow orthopnea

What will be an ideal response?


The severity of orthopnea–the patient's need to be propped up in an upright or semi-upright position in order to breathe and sleep comfortably–is expressed as the number of pillows that are needed.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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