Quiz: Shortness of Breath
Question 1 of 3  

Shortness of breath, known medically as dyspnea, is the sensation of having difficulty breathing. Usually, but not always, people find this sensation unpleasant. In which of the following circumstances may a person be short of breath but not find the sensation unpleasant?

  • A.

    If a person has pneumonia

     

  • B.

    If a person is exercising strenuously

     

  • C.

    If a person is having an asthma attack

  • D.

    If a person is physically deconditioned (a situation in which the heart and muscles are weak due to inadequate exercise)

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