Which of the following signs and symptoms is most closely ...

[gbarreiro]

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

[janeli]

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]

Excellent

[marict]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it