Which of the Following Patients Would the Nurse Most Strongly

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following patients would the nurse most strongly suspect of having obstructive sleep apnea?

• A) A severely obese woman with diabetes
• B) A moderately obese man who snores
• C) A nonobese woman with hypertension
• D) A severely obese man with renal dysfunction

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Definitions:

Positive Blood Culture

Indicates the presence of bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms in the blood, often a sign of infection.

Corticosteroid Therapy

The medical use of steroids to reduce inflammation, treat autoimmune diseases, and as part of treatment in various conditions.

Increased Appetite

A heightened desire or need to consume food, which can result from various physiological, psychological, or health-related factors.

Chronic Renal Failure

A long-term and progressive loss of kidney function, which can lead to end-stage renal disease.