Which of the Following Is Considered a Symptom a Patient

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered a symptom a patient with pulmonary disease may complain of when in distress?

• A) Dyspnea
• B) Tachypnea
• C) Retractions of intercostal spaces
• D) Distressed facial expressions

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Definitions:

Digoxin

A medication used to treat heart conditions, such as heart failure and atrial fibrillation, by increasing the force of cardiac contractions.

Hypothyroid Disease

A condition where the thyroid gland is underactive, leading to a deficiency in thyroid hormones.

Hypercapnia

An elevated level of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the blood, typically indicative of respiratory failure or dysfunction.

Lateral Position

A body position where an individual lies on either their right or left side.