What Is the Relatively Rare Condition That Can Cause Respiratory

question 28

Multiple Choice

What is the relatively rare condition that can cause respiratory depression?

• A) Lungs can react unfavorably to oxygen when the concentration is too high for a long period of time and this can depress breathing.
• B) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has changed the stimulus to breathe to the hypoxic drive and high concentration can depress breathing.
• C) High concentration of oxygen can depress breathing when the patient has an allergic reaction from the oxygen.
• D) The eyes can develop scar tissue on the retina from a high concentration of oxygen.

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Definitions:

Life-Threatening Illness

A severe health condition that has a substantial impact on one's life and may result in death if not properly treated.

Imminent Death

A state suggesting that death is likely to occur soon, often used in the context of end-of-life care.

Terminally Ill Children

Refers to children who have an illness that is expected to lead to death.

Seriousness

The state or quality of being of significant importance or gravity, often used in a medical context.