A 10-year-old female develops pneumonia.Physical exam reveals subcostal and intercostal retractions.She reports that breathing is difficult and she feels she cannot get enough air.What term should the nurse use to document this condition?
A) Cyanosis
B) Dyspnea
C) Hyperpnea
D) Orthopnea

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Dyspnea is defined as "a subjective experience of breathing discomfort that consists of qualitatively distinct sensations that vary in intensity."
Cyanosis is a bluish discoloration to the skin.
Hyperpnea is an increased ventilatory rate.
Orthopnea is dyspnea that occurs when an individual lies flat.

A 10-Year-Old Female Develops Pneumonia