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Evaluation of Dyspnea in the Elderly.
Clin Geriatr Med. 2017 Nov;33(4):503-521
Authors: Mahler DA
Abstract
Dyspnea is due to an imbalance between the demand to breathe and the ability to breathe. The prevalence is ∼30% for those 65 years or older with walking on a level surface or up an incline. Dyspnea is a strong predictor of mortality Lees meerSource:: Pubmed