A Patient Has an Ultrasonic Nebulizer Ordered Every 4 Hours

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Essay

A patient has an ultrasonic nebulizer ordered every 4 hours to help with secretion mobilization.After the treatment the patient complains of chest tightness and wheezing is heard upon auscultating the chest.What could be done to alleviate this problem?

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Definitions:

Contrast Sensitivity

A measure of the ability to distinguish differences between light and dark areas in a visual scene, important for tasks such as night driving and reading.

Visual Acuity

The clarity or sharpness of vision, typically measured by the ability to discern letters or numbers at a standardized distance.

Irrigation

The artificial application of water to land or soil to assist in the growing of agricultural crops or the maintenance of landscapes.

Achromatic Vision

A condition characterized by a limited ability to see colors, often referred to as color blindness.