Author Question: An older patient with a history of environmental exposure to chemicals complains of shortness of ... (Read 11 times)

oliviahorn72 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

An older patient with a history of environmental exposure to chemicals complains of shortness of breath. Which symptom most likely indicates the patient has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

A) Red, frothy sputum
B) Greenish, thick sputum
C) Purulent and foul-smelling sputum
D) Sticky, translucent, grayish white sputum

Question 2

A patient has acne vulgaris. When the nurse explains this condition, it is most important to

a. stress the importance of strict hygiene.
b. discuss the connection of diet and stress.
c. explore how this condition is affecting his self-image and lifestyle.
d. describe in detail the proper use of prescribed medication.

elyse44 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
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Tenacious, translucent, and grayish white sputum is associated with COPD. Purulent and foul-smelling sputum is associated with a lung abscess. Greenish, thick sputum is associated with a lung infection. Red, frothy sputum is associated with pulmonary edema or left-sided heart failure.

Answer to Question 2

C
The nurse must assess and consider what acne means to a person. Most patients acknowledge that acne affects their self-image.