Which of the following symptoms are the physiologic effects of pain? Select all that apply
a. Decreased thoracic movement
b. Increased splinting
c. Reduced lung compliance
d. Reduction in heart rate
e. Reduction in lung volume
f. Reduction in lung capacity
ANS: A, B, C, E, F
Physiologic effects of pain include decreased thoracic movement; the normal sigh (yawn) is abol-ished, and there is increased splinting, reduced lung compliance, lung volumes, and lung capaci-ties, which may lead to atelectasis.
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