Which statement best described pneumonia?
a. An infection of just the "windpipe" because the lungs are "clear" of any problems
b. A serious inflammation of the bronchioles from various causes
c. Only an infection of the lungs with mild to severe effects on breathing
d. An inflammation resulting from lung damage by long-term smoking
Answer: b. A serious inflammation of the bronchioles from various causes
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1. Discuss with the nurse her ability to plan and provide nonjudgmental care. 2. Have the patient transferred to another care area. 3. Discharge the patient to home with outpatient treatment scheduled. 4. Admit the patient to a 28-day rehabilitation facility.
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A. Flail chest B. Hemothorax C. Pericardial tamponade D. Pneumonia
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treatment. Indicate whether the statement is true or false