A 45-year-old female patient presents the family practice with fever, cough and rhinorrhea. On initial evaluation, she is found to be in moderate respiratory distress, with decreased air movement and scattered bilateral wheezes and crackles on lung examination. Her oxygen saturation is 87% on room air, and rises to 95% with 2 Liters via nasal cannula.
Discuss at least 5 questions that you would ask the patient. List your top 3 differential diagnoses. Elaborate and your management and planning for the patient.
Medications: Lisinopril 10 mg PO QD
Medical Hx: HTN
Surgical Hx: C-section x 2
Denies Use of Tobacco, Drugs and Alcohol
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