A Client Reports Awakening Suddenly,sweating Profusely,and Having Difficulty Breathing

question 44

Multiple Choice

A client reports awakening suddenly,sweating profusely,and having difficulty breathing.Which of these terms should the nurse record in the client's health history?

• A)apnea
• B)dyspnea
• C)orthopnea
• D)paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea

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Definitions:

Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awoken or stimulated to action, often associated with heightened activity in the autonomic nervous system.

Cultures

The shared patterns of behaviors, beliefs, and social norms that characterize a group of people, including their language, religion, cuisine, social habits, and arts.

Developmentally At Risk

Refers to children who are at risk of not meeting their developmental milestones due to various environmental, biological, or psychological factors.

Hours Per Day

A measure of time allocation, indicating how many hours are spent on a particular activity within a 24-hour period.