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on: Jul 16, 2018
What term is used to describe shortness of breath in the upright position?
 
  a. Orthopnea
  b. Platypnea
  c. Eupnea
  d. Apnea

Question 2

What term is used to describe difficult breathing in the reclining position?
 
  a. Orthopnea
  b. Platypnea
  c. Eupnea
  d. Apnea


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Shortness of breath in the upright position is known as platypnea.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Dyspnea may be present only when the patient assumes the reclining position, in which case it is referred to as orthopnea.


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