A patient who has great difficulty breathing when lying down, but who can breathe more easily when in a sitting or standing position, demonstrates ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
orthopnea
The medical term for having great difficulty breathing when lying down is called orthopnea. The individual normally can breathe easier when in a sitting or standing position.
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A) Temperature B) Blood pressure C) Pulse D) Respiratory rate E) Blood glucose
A nurse is caring for a population that has experienced a health disparity. Which of the following best describes a health disparity?
a. Low childhood immunization rates b. High dropout rates c. Unemployment d. Income below poverty level
If the patient begins to vomit after surgery, you should
A) immediately get the nurse. B) offer the patient a glass of water. C) turn the patient's head to the side. D) quickly turn the patient on her abdomen.
A rapidly progressive disease that causes changes in the brain matter is ________________________ disease.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).