____ is a syndrome caused by loss of kidney function, both as an excretory organ and as an endocrine organ.

Prior to initiating chest physiotherapy, the patient tell you that "I seem to breathe fast and lift my shoulders a lot, but l feel like I am getting enough air. I sleep through the night and use only one pillow." You can conclude that the patient likely has:

A. dyspnea B. orthopnea C. increased work of breathing D. a decreased level of consciousness

Which of the following parameters are used in calculating the Murray lung injury score of a pa-tient with acute lung injury? 1. Results of chest radiograph 2. PEEP setting 3. Lung compliance 4. Cardiac output

a. 1 and 3 only b. 1, 2, and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only