Flashcard 6 - Anatomy and Physiology Flashcard Set for the Medical Assistant test
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Orthopnea is a type of dyspnea (shortness of breath) that occurs when reclining or lying flat.
Explanation:
Orthopnea (orth/o = straight, -pnea = breath) is often associated with conditions such as heart failure or pulmonary edema. Patients with orthopnea may sleep in a chair or with the head elevated.
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