A Statement Describing How a Researcher Manipulates an Independent Variable

question 249

Multiple Choice

A statement describing how a researcher manipulates an independent variable is known as a(n)

• A) control condition.
• B) replication.
• C) operational definition.
• D) hypothesis.

Recognize the significance and implications of bronchophony in pulmonary assessment.

Understand the causes and clinical significance of unequal chest expansion in respiratory assessment.

Identify signs and symptoms associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and its impact on the respiratory system.

Distinguish normal from pathologic respiratory changes in the older adult population.

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Definitions:

Vascular

Pertaining to blood vessels or the transport system for blood flow in the body.

Parasympathetic

refers to the part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy as it slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles in the gastrointestinal tract.

Skeletal

Pertains to the skeleton or bony framework of the body, which supports and gives shape to the body.

Autonomic Nervous System

A division of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.