When Assessing a Patient, Which Sign or Symptom Is Most

question 7

Multiple Choice

When assessing a patient, which sign or symptom is most indicative of a pneumothorax?

• A) SpO₂ of 90% on high-concentration oxygen
• B) Intense pain with each inspiration
• C) Decreased breath sounds to the right lung
• D) Crepitus and instability to the chest wall

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Definitions:

Bulb Syringe

A small suction device used primarily for gentle nasal aspiration in infants to clear nasal passages.

Smothering

The act of causing difficulty in breathing by covering the face or obstructing the air supply, often leading to suffocation.

Developmental Needs

The essential conditions and factors required at different stages of life to achieve optimal growth, psychological development, and well-being.

Peek-a-boo

A popular game played with infants and toddlers, involving hiding one's face and then suddenly revealing it, typically to elicit surprise and joy.