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You are assessing a 24-year-old skier who is anxious and complaining of shortness of breath. She tells you that this sometimes happens when she is exercising. Her respirations are rapid and shallow. Based on this information, you suspect the patient is suffering from:
 
  a. hyperventilation syndrome.
  b. asthma.
  c. crepitus.
  d. pneumothorax.

Question 2

Several abnormal lung sounds can be helpful in understanding what condition may be affecting a patient. One such sound is wheezing. Which of the following statements about wheezing is false?
 
  a. It indicates constriction of the lower airway passages.
  b. It is typically caused by asthma.
  c. It may be heard on inhalation, exhalation, or both.
  d. It can be heard only with a stethoscope.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d




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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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