Leslie Wolfe Wolfe is an attorney with Cleveland-based Walter | Haverfield LLP in the firm's litigation and environmental law practice groups. In today's litigious society, a prudent employer knows that an employee's risky or unauthorized conduct can, at times, expose the employer to liability. To lessen the risk, employers should provide specific policies identifying prohibited conduct for employees both in and outside of the workplace.
A chest X-ray is a good test to diagnose pneumonia. However, it cannot identify most breathing problems by itself. For some people with breathing problems, a CT scan of the chest is needed. This scan looks for any problems in the lungs. A CT scan uses X-rays and a computer to create detailed images. If you suffer with chronic sinusitis, your doctor may order a special sinus CT scan. This scan will be used to evaluate your sinuses.
Your doctor can help find the cause of your breathing problem by asking you questions about your symptoms and performing a physical exam.Your doctor also may order some tests.To find the cause of your shortness of breath, your doctor may order a chest X-ray. He or she may also order an electrocardiogram (also called an ECG). During this test, your doctor will have you lie down so your heart can be monitored.our doctor can help find the cause of your breathing problem by asking you questions about your symptoms and performing a physical exam.