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Title: A patient diagnosed with emphysema has severe shortness of breath and needs portable oxygen when lea
Post by: new-york-er on Oct 21, 2015
A patient diagnosed with emphysema has severe shortness of breath and needs portable oxygen when leaving home. Recently the patient has reduced activity because of fear that breathing difficulty will occur. A nurse suggests using guided imagery. Which image should the patient be encouraged to visualize?
a.   Engaging in activity without using any supplemental oxygen
b.   Sleeping comfortably and soundly, without respiratory distress
c.   Feeling relaxed and taking regular deep breaths when leaving home
d.   Having a younger, healthier body that knows no exercise limitations


Title: Re: A patient diagnosed with emphysema has severe shortness of breath and needs portable oxygen when
Post by: espreso on Oct 25, 2015
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Title: Re: A patient diagnosed with emphysema has severe shortness of breath and needs portable oxygen when lea
Post by: new-york-er on Oct 26, 2015
This question was really troubling me.

I appreciate the explanation you provided, very well thought of. Answered my question.


Title: Re: A patient diagnosed with emphysema has severe shortness of breath and needs portable oxygen when lea
Post by: espreso on Oct 26, 2015
No worries! Super happy to help ;)


Title: Re: A patient diagnosed with emphysema has severe shortness of breath and needs portable oxygen when ...
Post by: Jeremy Ganong on Nov 23, 2020
This is a tough one. What’s the answer.