What is difficult, laboured, or painful breathing called?
A)Apnea
B)Bradypnea
C)Dyspnea
D)Orthopnea

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Dyspnea is defined as difficult, laboured, or painful breathing. A is incorrect because apnea refers to a temporary cessation of breathing. B is incorrect because bradypnea refers to abnormally slow breathing. D is incorrect because orthopnea refers to difficulty breathing in any position other than sitting upright.

What Is Difficult, Laboured, or Painful Breathing Called