Asthma

Asthma ( 35 Questions)

A nurse is assessing a client with asthma. Which symptom should the nurse recognize as a potential indicator of a severe asthma attack?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Intermittent shortness of breath during physical activity is common in asthma but does not necessarily indicate a severe attack.

B) Incorrect. Occasional coughing and wheezing at night can be part of asthma but do not necessarily signal a severe attack.

C) Correct. Persistent shortness of breath, especially when present at rest, is a potential indicator of a severe asthma attack and should be taken seriously.

D) Incorrect. Mild chest tightness after exposure to allergens is a common symptom of asthma but may not necessarily indicate a severe attack.




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