A nurse is assessing a patient who has just undergone thoracentesis for pleural fluid analysis for symptoms indicating the development of pneumothorax.Which of the following are associated with this condition? Select all that apply.
A)Dyspnea
B)Bradypnea
C)Anxiety
D)Increased breathing sounds
E)Restlessness

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Dyspnea, anxiety, and restlessness are all common symptoms associated with the development of a pneumothorax. Bradypnea and increased breathing sounds are not typically associated with this condition.

A Nurse Is Assessing a Patient Who Has Just Undergone