One definition of ____, advanced by DePaul University, is that it is an active process of becoming aware of, and making choices toward, a more successful existence.

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

When a COPD patient leans forward braced in a tripod position, this lends particular advantage to which accessory muscles of inspiration?

a. External intercostals b. Pectoralis c. Scalenes d. Sternocleidomastoids