A Patient Comes to the Clinic Complaining of a Cough

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient comes to the clinic complaining of a cough that is worse at night but not as bad during the day.The nurse recognizes that this cough may indicate:

• A)Pneumonia.
• B)Postnasal drip or sinusitis.
• C)Exposure to irritants at work.
• D)Chronic bronchial irritation from smoking.

Critically assess information from websites, forums, and blogs.

Understand the distinction between primary and secondary research.

Develop effective research questions.

Learn the stages and techniques of conducting experiments and surveys.

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Definitions:

Body Fat

The portion of the human body that consists of adipose tissue, serving as energy storage and insulation.

Isotonic Exercise

Exercise that requires the contraction of muscles and the movement of joints, as in weight lifting.

Muscle Endurance

The ability of a muscle or muscle group to repeatedly exert force against resistance over an extended period.

Cardiovascular Fitness

The ability of the heart, blood cells, and lungs to supply oxygen-rich blood to working muscle tissues and the ability of those tissues to use oxygen to produce energy for movement.