Which of the following patients is experiencing an acute illness? The patient with
a. arthritis c. influenza
b. diabetes d. emphysema
C
An acute illness is a disruption in functional ability usually characterized by a rapid onset, intense manifestations, and a relatively short duration. An example of an acute illness is influenza. A chronic illness is a disruption in functional ability usually characterized by a gradual, insidious onset with lifelong changes that are usually irreversible. Examples of chronic illnesses include arthritis, diabetes, and emphysema.
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