An adult patient is admitted to the hospital with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). During the health history the patient admits dyspnea on exertion (DOE), cough, weight gain, and swollen ankles
Which of these findings is most frequently associated with respiratory disorders?
1) DOE
2) Cough
3) Weight gain
4) Swollen ankles
ANS: 2
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