What Are the Major Causes of Morbidity and Mortality in Patients

question 15

Multiple Choice

What are the major causes of morbidity and mortality in patients with a neuromuscular disorder

• A)Respiratory Complications and ventilator failure
• B)Apnea episodes and a decline in pulmonary function tests leading to pulmonary Complications
• C)Infections as a result of poor skin integrity
• D)Diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular diseases

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Definitions:

Breath Sounds

The noises produced by the movement of air in the respiratory tract, which can be heard through a stethoscope and provide information about lung health.

Pleural Cavity

The thin fluid-filled space between the two layers of the pleura surrounding each lung, facilitating lung movement.

Posterior Chest Tube

A drainage tube placed in the back part of the chest cavity to remove air, fluid, or blood, promoting lung re-expansion.

Drainage

The process of removing fluid, blood, or other substances from a body part, organ, or wound.