A Healthcare Professional Is Caring for a Patient Who Has

question 9

Multiple Choice

A healthcare professional is caring for a patient who has continuous increases in left ventricular filing pressures. What disorder would the professional assess the patient for?

• A)Mitral regurgitation
• B)Mitral stenosis
• C)Pulmonary edema
• D)Jugular vein distention

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Definitions:

Nonsmokers

Individuals who do not engage in smoking tobacco products.

Panic Attacks

Sudden episodes of intense fear or anxiety that trigger severe physical reactions, despite the absence of real danger.

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help might not be available.

Crowded Bus

A situation where a bus is filled to capacity or overcapacity with passengers, often resulting in uncomfortable conditions.