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What is dyspnea also commonly referred to as?
What is dyspnea also commonly referred to as?
- Shortness of breath (correct)
- Labored breathing
- Respiratory distress
- Difficulty inhaling
What is a normal experience of dyspnea in a healthy individual?
What is a normal experience of dyspnea in a healthy individual?
- Being a constant feeling
- Occurring at rest
- Lasting several hours
- Lasting only a few minutes after physical exertion (correct)
Which of the following is a serious indicator of dyspnea?
Which of the following is a serious indicator of dyspnea?
- Lasting only a few minutes
- Occurrences during physical activity
- Experiencing it only at night
- Occurrence at rest (correct)
What is a common cause of dyspnea in individuals with cardiac issues?
What is a common cause of dyspnea in individuals with cardiac issues?
What is NOT a common cause of dyspnea?
What is NOT a common cause of dyspnea?
What should you do if you experience sudden dyspnea?
What should you do if you experience sudden dyspnea?
What is a less common cause of dyspnea?
What is a less common cause of dyspnea?
What is a common symptom of physical deconditioning?
What is a common symptom of physical deconditioning?
What is a sudden blockage of an artery in the lung from a clot?
What is a sudden blockage of an artery in the lung from a clot?
What is a treatment for dyspnea caused by asthma?
What is a treatment for dyspnea caused by asthma?
What is the purpose of the Heimlich maneuver?
What is the purpose of the Heimlich maneuver?
What is a sign that there is a problem with a pulmonary embolism?
What is a sign that there is a problem with a pulmonary embolism?
What is the focus of treatment for chronic dyspnea caused by obstructive lung disease?
What is the focus of treatment for chronic dyspnea caused by obstructive lung disease?
What is a cause of dyspnea?
What is a cause of dyspnea?
What is a treatment for dyspnea caused by an allergic reaction?
What is a treatment for dyspnea caused by an allergic reaction?
