You Respond to a Patient Complaining of Shortness of Breath

question 27

Multiple Choice

You respond to a patient complaining of shortness of breath. Upon your arrival, the patient tells you that she has been experiencing headaches, vertigo, and now itching. She says her doctor had called with a lab result of her latest test. Her hematocrit is reported as 60. You suspect:

• A) congestive heart failure (CHF).
• B) sickle cell disease.
• C) thrombocytopenia.
• D) polycythemia.

---

Definitions:

Communication

The process of transferring information, ideas, emotions, and intentions between two or more entities, typically through verbal, non-verbal, or written means.

Valued Outcome

An outcome from negotiations or decisions that is held in high esteem or considered beneficial by the involved parties.

Value Claiming

The process of negotiating to maximize one's own benefit from a deal or situation, often at the expense of others' interests.

Value Creating

The process of generating additional worth, utility, or benefits through innovative, entrepreneurial, or strategic activities.