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leilurhhh

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During the interview the patient states, Every time I climb the stairs I have to stop to catch my breath. Hearing this, the respiratory therapist replies, So, it sounds like you get short of breath climbing stairs.
 
  This interviewing technique is called:
  a. clarification.
  b. modeling.
  c. empathy.
  d. reflection.

Question 2

Tachypnea may be the result of:
 
  1. hypoxemia.
  2. hypothermia.
  3. fever.
  4. sedation.
  a. 2, 4
  b. 1, 3
  c. 2, 3, 4
  d. 1, 2, 3, 4



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Answer to Question 1

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With reflection, part of the patient's statement is repeated. This lets the patient know that what he/she said was heard. It also encourages the patient to elaborate on the topic. Clarification, modeling, and empathy are other communication techniques.

Answer to Question 2

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Tachypnea may be the result of hypoxemia, fever, and other causes. Hypothermia and sedation will usually result in bradycardia.




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