North Carolina EMT State Practice Exam

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What is a common symptom seen in asthma patients?

Cyanosis
Wheezing, especially during expiration
SOB only during exercise
Consistent high fever

The correct answer is: Wheezing, especially during expiration

Wheezing, particularly during expiration, is a hallmark symptom of asthma. This occurs due to the narrowing of the airways, which is characteristic of asthma exacerbations. During an asthma attack, inflammation and bronchoconstriction lead to increased resistance in the airways, causing the wheezing sound as air is forced through the narrowed passages, especially during the act of exhaling. While cyanosis can occur in severe asthma cases due to decreased oxygen saturation, it is not a common or primary symptom of the condition and indicates a more critical situation. Shortness of breath (SOB) can indeed occur in asthma, but it is not limited to exercise; many patients experience breathlessness at rest or with minimal exertion. A consistent high fever is not associated with asthma and is more indicative of an infection or other illness, thus making wheezing the most appropriate and common symptom of asthma among the choices provided.