ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Version 7ReadingMedium
A healthcare professional is reviewing a patient's medical history. The patient reports experiencing 'dyspnea on exertion.' The professional notes this symptom. What is the patient most likely experiencing?
- APain during urination
- BDifficulty swallowing while eating
- CShortness of breath with activity
- DNausea after exercise
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Shortness of breath with activity
Dyspnea is the medical term for shortness of breath or difficult breathing. 'On exertion' means with physical activity. Therefore, 'dyspnea on exertion' translates to shortness of breath with activity.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Pain during urination is dysuria.
- B. Difficulty swallowing is dysphagia.
- D. Nausea after exercise is not related to dyspnea on exertion.
Medical Terminology: Dyspnea on Exertion
Dyspnea refers to difficult or labored breathing; 'on exertion' specifies that this difficulty occurs during physical activity.
- Dyspnea = shortness of breath.
- Exertion = physical activity.
- Common symptom of respiratory or cardiac issues.
Memory trick: Break down words to build understanding.