You should suspect that a patient is experiencing respiratory failure if he or she:
A. is anxious, tachycardic, and leaning forward.
B. has an increased heart rate and retractions.
C. is restless and is working hard to breathe.
D. has bradycardia and diminished muscle tone.
Answer: D. has bradycardia and diminished muscle tone.
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a. learning the etiquette of community engagement b. recognizing the need to develop new methodologies c. improving translation and dissemination plans d. going house to house to garner support e. defining community and identifying partners
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What will be an ideal response?
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