8. A 20yo female presents with a 2-day history of dyspnea, nonproductive
cough, chest tightness, and audible wheezing. Further exam reveals no fever or
stridor. The patient has rapid respirations with difficulty exhaling. Which
diagnosis is most likely?
c. Asthma
49. An elderly patient wit...
1. A 45-year-old patient is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers note
pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations, and vomitus in and around the mouth. What
course of action should be taken next?
➫ b. Supplemental oxygen and suction
2. Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of
shortness of breath are likely to have what condition?
➫ a. Pulmonary embolism
3. During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is
activated to cause a/an:
➫ a. Increase in preload, afterload, and re-absorption of sodium
4. What clinical findings are most commonly associated with a pulmonary
embolus?
, ➫ a. Clear breath sounds with tachypnea
5. What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis?
➫ b. Narcotic overdose
6. A 55-year-old complains of an 'aching' chest discomfort that persists over
several days. The patient has a temperature of 101F (38.3C). Which finding will
help narrow the diagnosis to pericarditis?
➫ d. ST-segment elevation in all leads
7. Anaphylaxis is most associated with which physiological event?
➫ b. Vasodilation
8. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by what
pathological change?
➫ c. Breakdown of the alveolar-capillary membrane
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