Health Assessment In Nursing - Breath Sounds
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The nurse is preparing to auscultate the posterior thorax of an adult female client. The nurse should
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Place the bell of the stethescope firmly on the posterior chest wall
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Ascultate from the base of the lungs to the apices
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Ask the client to breathe deeply through her mouth
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Ask the client to breathe normally through her nose
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This quiz focuses on the assessment of breath sounds in nursing, teaching how to auscultate and identify different respiratory conditions. It tests the ability to recognize normal and abnormal respiratory sounds, crucial for patient care in clinical settings.
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The nurse assesses an adults client's breath sounds and hears sonorous wheezes, primarily during the client's expirtaion. the nurse should refer the client to a physician for possible
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Asthma
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Chronic emphysema
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Pleuritis
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Bronchitis
Correct Answer
A. BronchitisExplanation
The nurse should refer the client to a physician for possible bronchitis because sonorous wheezes are a common symptom of bronchitis. Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which can cause narrowing of the airways and produce wheezing sounds. Wheezing is typically heard during expiration due to the narrowing of the airways. Asthma and chronic emphysema can also cause wheezing, but the presence of sonorous wheezes suggests bronchitis as the most likely cause. Pleuritis, on the other hand, is inflammation of the pleura and does not typically cause wheezing.Rate this question:
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Match the terms to the correct descriptionOrthopnea
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An increase in carbon dioxide in the blood
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Low-pitched, bubbling, moist sounds
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Difficulty breathing when lying supine
Correct Answer
A. Difficulty breathing when lying supineExplanation
Orthopnea refers to the difficulty in breathing when lying flat or supine. It is a condition commonly seen in individuals with heart failure or lung diseases. When a person with orthopnea lies down, the excess fluid in the lungs can accumulate and make breathing more difficult. This symptom often improves when the person sits up or sleeps with their upper body elevated.Rate this question:
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Match the terms to the correct descriptionCrepitus
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A "cracking" sensation
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Low-pitched snoring or moaning sounds
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Markedly sunken sternum and adjacent cartilage
Correct Answer
A. A "cracking" sensationExplanation
Crepitus refers to a "cracking" sensation. It is a term used to describe a sound or feeling that occurs when there is friction between bones or cartilage. This can happen due to various reasons such as joint degeneration, injury, or inflammation. Crepitus is often associated with conditions like arthritis or joint dysfunction. The sensation can be accompanied by pain or discomfort, and it is important to seek medical attention if it persists or worsens.Rate this question:
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Match the terms to the correct description, check all that applyVesicular breath sounds
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Low pitch
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High pitch
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Ausculated over most lung fields
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Auscultated over main bronchus area
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Ascultated over upper right posterior lung fields
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Short on exhilation, long inhalation
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Exhalation equals inhalation
Correct Answer(s)
A. Low pitch
A. Ausculated over most lung fields
A. Short on exhilation, long inhalationExplanation
Vesicular breath sounds are low-pitched sounds that can be auscultated over most lung fields. They are characterized by a shorter duration on exhalation compared to inhalation, with inhalation being longer.Rate this question:
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Match the terms to the correct description, check all that applyBronchovesicular breath sounds
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Medium pitch
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Exhalation equals inhalation
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Loud and long exhalation
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Heard over trachea area
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Heard over main bronchus area & upper right posterior lung fields
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High pitch
Correct Answer(s)
A. Medium pitch
A. Exhalation equals inhalation
A. Heard over main bronchus area & upper right posterior lung fieldsExplanation
Bronchovesicular breath sounds are characterized by a medium pitch, with the sound of exhalation equaling that of inhalation. These sounds are typically heard over the main bronchus area and the upper right posterior lung fields.Rate this question:
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Match the terms to the correct description, check all that applyBronchial breath sounds
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Low pitch
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Medium pitch
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High pitch
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Loud & long exhalation
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Short exhalation & long inhalation
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Heard over trachea
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Heard over most lung fields
Correct Answer(s)
A. High pitch
A. Loud & long exhalation
A. Heard over tracheaExplanation
Bronchial breath sounds are characterized by a high pitch, loud and long exhalation, and are typically heard over the trachea. They are not typically heard over most lung fields.Rate this question:
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