________________ Is Labored or Difficult Breathing That Occurs Because of Fluid

question 24

Short Answer

________________ is labored or difficult breathing that occurs because of fluid accumulation in the interstitial tissues and lungs. The patient becomes short of breath, with rapid and shallow respirations.

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Definitions:

Power

In a healthcare context, may refer to the ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way, often related to the mobilization of resources for health interventions.

Cardiac Compressions

A lifesaving technique that involves rhythmic pressing on the chest to manually simulate blood flow during cardiac arrest.

Compressions

In a medical context, rhythmic pressing motions performed on the chest during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to maintain circulatory flow.

Laryngoscope

A medical instrument used to obtain a view of the vocal folds and the glottis, crucial in procedures like intubation.