8 Questions
What is the primary test to establish the diagnosis of asthma?
Spirometry with postbronchodilator response
Which of the following is a characteristic of severe asthma exacerbations?
Decreased breath sounds or 'quiet' chest
Which test is used for assessing patients with exercise-induced bronchoconstriction?
Exercise spirometry
Which of the following is a common clinical presentation of asthma?
Audible wheezing
What is a characteristic sign of severe asthma exacerbations during a physical exam?
Decreased breath sounds or 'quiet' chest
Which of the following is a symptom commonly associated with pulmonary embolism?
Chest tightness/pain
What is a typical clinical presentation of restrictive lung diseases?
Shortness of breath
What is a common symptom of lung infections like pneumonia and TB?
Hemoptysis
Test your knowledge of physical exam findings in acute exacerbations of asthma with this quiz. Identify signs such as tachypnea, tachycardia, cyanosis, accessory muscle use, tripod position, and abnormal breath sounds. Explore the role of spirometry and chest radiography in diagnosing asthma.
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