The Nurse Assesses a Patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse assesses a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who has been admitted with increasing dyspnea over the last 3 days.Which finding is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?

• A) Respirations are 36 breaths/minute.
• B) Anterior-posterior chest ratio is 1:1.
• C) Lung expansion is decreased bilaterally.
• D) Hyperresonance to percussion is present.

Comprehend the impact of human activities on biodiversity and ecosystem function.

Describe the goals and methods of restoration ecology.

Understand the role of ecotourism and other economic activities in conserving natural habitats and biodiversity.

Identify the consequences of introducing alien species into ecosystems.

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Definitions:

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Mindfulness Meditation

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