The Term Discourse Refers to

question 62

Multiple Choice

The term discourse refers to

• A) a sentence in which the speaker has made a speech error, and the listener fails to detect this error.
• B) an interchange between two or more people, in which one person tries to convince the listener or listeners.
• C) a series of sentences that describes a sequence of events, organized in terms of the date of occurrence.
• D) language units that are more than a sentence in length.

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Definitions:

Respirations

The process of inhaling and exhaling air to facilitate gas exchange between the body and the environment, typically measured in breaths per minute.

Ventilator

A machine that provides mechanical ventilation by moving breathable air into and out of the lungs, to deliver breaths to a patient who is physically unable to breathe.

DNAR (AND) Prescription

A medical order (Do Not Attempt Resuscitation / Allow Natural Death) indicating that no resuscitative efforts should be made in the event of a patient's cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Ethically Sound Compromise

A solution to a moral or ethical dilemma that is acceptable to all parties involved and adheres to principles of ethical conduct.