NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

What is your patient displaying if she is having difficulty breathing while lying flat?
  1. Hematemesis
  2. Orthopnea
  3. Dyspnea
  4. Bronchophony
Explanation
Answer: B - Your patient is displaying orthopnea if she is having difficulty breathing while lying flat. It is a common complaint in patients with congestive heart failure.
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