Question

normal or sign/symptom

1. —— decreased lung strength and capacity
2. —— discolored sputum
3. —— need to sit after mild exertion
4. —— shallow breathing
5. —— bluish legs
6. —— weaker voice
7. —— coughing
8. —— nasal congestion
9. —— change in respiratory rate

multiple choice

1. residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd) have difficulty with

(a) breathing
(b) urination
(c) losing weight
(d) vision

1. for a person with copd, a common fear is

(a) constipation
(b) incontinence
(c) not being able to breathe
(d) heart attack

1. the best position for a resident with copd is

(a) lying flat on his back
(b) sitting upright
(c) lying on his stomach
(d) lying on his side

1. part of the nas role in caring for a resident with copd includes

(a) being calm and supportive
(b) adjusting oxygen levels
(c) making changes in the residents diet
(d) doing everything for the resident as much as possible

1. chronic bronchitis and emphysema are grouped under

(a) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or copd
(b) muscular dystrophy, or md
(c) hypertension, or htn
(d) coronary artery disease, or cad

Explanation:

1. COPD is a lung - related disease that affects the airways, so breathing is difficult.
2. Difficulty in breathing is a major symptom of COPD.
3. Sitting upright helps in better lung expansion for COPD patients.
4. A calm and supportive attitude is important in caregiving for COPD residents.
5. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are types of COPD.

Answer:

1. A. Breathing
2. C. Not being able to breathe
3. B. Sitting upright
4. A. Being calm and supportive
5. A. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD