A DNR order means that cardiopulmonary resuscitation is not performed when the person stops breathing

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

True

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Which of the following best describes a feeling of alarm at the expectation of danger?

A) Fear B) Rage C) Phobia D) Stress

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You have been called to a long-term nursing care facility for a 77-year-old female patient with Parkinson's disease. According to the nursing staff, she is more confused than normal and is to be transported to the emergency department for evaluation. Since the patient neither understands nor can answer any of your questions, which one of the following signs provides the BEST evidence that her

breathing is adequate? A) Pulse oximeter reading at 98 percent B) Respiratory rate of 18 C) Clear breath sounds D) Strong radial pulse

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