A client reports awakening suddenly,sweating profusely,and having difficulty breathing.Which of these terms should the nurse record in the client's health history?

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The nurse should determine the type of dyspnea,such as dyspnea when engaged in physical activity (exertional),difficulty breathing when lying down (orthopnea),or dyspnea when awakening after several hours of sleep accompanied by sweating (paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea).

A Client Reports Awakening Suddenly,sweating Profusely,and Having Difficulty Breathing