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haleyc112

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What is the earliest symptom of emphysema?
 
  a. barrel-shaped chest
  b. dyspnea with activity
  c. daily morning cough with clear sputum
  d. ruddy complexion

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A nurse who works with older adults is aware of the high incidence of falls among this population. Which of the following individuals exhibits a significant risk factor for falls?
 
  A) A man who recently had surgery to repair a fractured humerus (upper arm)
  B) A man who has been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
  C) A woman who takes anticoagulants because of her history of stroke
  D) A woman who is prone to episodes of low blood pressure



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Emphysema, the leading cause of respiratory death in the United States, develops slowly over time. Manifestations include increasing dyspnea in response to activity, corresponding to the degree of hypoxia; development of a ruddy complexion and a barrel-shaped chest; increased respiratory rate; and difficulty with expiration.

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Low blood pressure can lead to loss or balance or loss of consciousness, leading to falls. Arm surgery, diabetes, and anticoagulants are not frequently implicated in older adults' falls.




haleyc112

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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