Your new client, Ms. Dorris, is anxious about her newly diag…

Your new client, Ms. Dorris, is anxious about her newly diagnosed COPD. She has not sought medical attention prior to this time and simply sat down whenever she was fatigued. You have completed your evaluation. What would you do in your first treatment session?   Your rationale for this choice is:

_____ is most commonly attributed to atherosclerosis, a buil…

_____ is most commonly attributed to atherosclerosis, a buildup of fatty, fibrous plaque in the coronary arteries that can progressively narrow the vessels over time and occlude blood supply to the heart muscle, increasing the risk of significant health related issues.

Your client was diagnosed with an acute exacerbation of COPD…

Your client was diagnosed with an acute exacerbation of COPD. You are working with her in the acute care setting. She is unable to tolerate grooming tasks (brushing teeth, washing face) while standing at the sink. What is a good alternative while still addressing these skills?