Physical Examination and Health AssessmentThis volume is geared toward BSN nursing students and practising nurses, and provides the information necessary to carry out holistic health assessment across the lifespan. |
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... breath . Ever had any shortness of breath or hard breathing spells ? What brings it on ? How severe is it ? How long does it last ? • Is it affected by position , like lying down ? Occur at any specific time of day or night ...
... breath . Ever had any shortness of breath or hard breathing spells ? What brings it on ? How severe is it ? How long does it last ? • Is it affected by position , like lying down ? Occur at any specific time of day or night ...
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... breathing is required . Take care that this person does not hyperventi- late and become dizzy . Allow brief rest periods or quiet breathing . If the person does feel faint , holding the breath for a few seconds will restore equilibrium ...
... breathing is required . Take care that this person does not hyperventi- late and become dizzy . Allow brief rest periods or quiet breathing . If the person does feel faint , holding the breath for a few seconds will restore equilibrium ...
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... breath , nausea or vomiting , racing of heart ? Pain made worse by moving the arms or neck , breathing , lying flat ? Pain relieved by rest or nitroglycerin ? How many tablets ? 2 Dyspnea . Any shortness of breath ? What type of ...
... breath , nausea or vomiting , racing of heart ? Pain made worse by moving the arms or neck , breathing , lying flat ? Pain relieved by rest or nitroglycerin ? How many tablets ? 2 Dyspnea . Any shortness of breath ? What type of ...
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