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gbarreiro

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following signs and symptoms is most closely associated with respiratory failure in a COPD patient?
 
  a. Bilateral wheezing
  b. Changes in mental status
  c. Dyspnea on exertion
  d. Excessive sputum production

Question 2

Which of the following signs associated with COPD is considered a late manifestation?
 
  a. Accessory muscle usage
  b. Frequent coughing
  c. Shortness of breath
  d. Wheezing


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janeli

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

ANS: B
Late signs of COPD may include use of accessory muscles of respiration (e.g., sternocleidomas-toid), edema from cor pulmonale, mental status changes caused by hypoxia or hypercapnia (espe-cially in acute exacerbations of chronic, severe disease), or asterixis (i.e., involuntary flapping of the hands when held in an extended position, as in stopping traffic).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Late signs of COPD may include use of accessory muscles of respiration (e.g., sternocleidomas-toid).


gbarreiro

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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