A person who becomes short of breath with little exertion, such as when eating a meal, has what kind of respiratory condition?

Correct option is A

Ans. (a)
Sol. Dyspnea is the medical term for shortness of breath, especially during light physical activity like eating or walking short distances.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Dyspnea – Correct. It refers to difficulty or labored breathing.
· (b) Hyperventilation – Rapid breathing, often anxiety-related.
· (c) Stridor – A high-pitched sound, typically due to airway obstruction.
· (d) Cheyne–Stokes respiration – A pattern of gradual increases and decreases in breathing, often seen in end-of-life conditions.