Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
For each assessment finding, click to indicate which disease process relates to bronchitis, asthma exacerbation, or pneumonia.
Correct answer
Asthma Exacerbation: A, B, D,E,G; Pneumonia: C,D,E,F; Bronchitis: C,D,G
Rationale
Prolonged expiration is characteristic of asthma exacerbation due to airway obstruction. Diaphoresis occurs in asthma exacerbation due to respiratory distress. Dyspnea occurs in all three conditions. Tachypnea occurs in all three conditions. Hypoxemia occurs in all three conditions. Pleuritic chest pain is specific to pneumonia when inflammation involves the pleura. Wheezing occurs in asthma exacerbation and bronchitis due to airway narrowing.