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
Answer: C. increased work of breathing
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Which of the following statements is true of the life span of the U.S. population?
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