Asthma

Asthma ( 35 Questions)

A nurse is educating a client about the clinical manifestations of asthma. Which symptom should the nurse emphasize as a common early warning sign of an impending asthma attack?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. Severe coughing can occur during an asthma attack but is not typically considered an early warning sign.

B) Correct. Wheezing is often an early sign of airway constriction and can precede other symptoms of an asthma attack.

C) Incorrect. Chest pain and discomfort are not typical early warning signs of asthma.

D) Incorrect. Difficulty speaking in full sentences is a more advanced symptom that may occur during an asthma attack.




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