Reading a learning zone article helped to improve Emma Brooker’s ability to assess patients with breathing problems
Ease of breathing is taken for granted in the healthy individual, but when pathology or trauma interferes with this vital process the effect can be devastating. The majority of emergency hospital admissions are the result of respiratory difficulties (
Nursing Standard. 22, 21, 59-59. doi: 10.7748/ns.22.21.59.s46
This practice profile is based on NS405 Moore T (2007) Respiratory assessment in adults. Nursing Standard. 21, 49, 48-56.
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