17 Questions
What is the primary purpose of auscultation in a thoracic examination?
To assess airflow through the bronchial tree
What is the characteristic of a vesicular lung sound?
Soft and low-pitched
What is the difference between a polyphonic wheeze and a monophonic wheeze?
Polyphonic wheeze has multiple sound qualities, while monophonic wheeze has a single sound quality
What is the characteristic of a stridor sound?
High-pitched and whistling with a harsh quality
What is the difference between coarse crackles and fine crackles?
Coarse crackles are wet and bubbling, while fine crackles are dry and crackling
What is the normal ratio of inspiration to expiration in a bronchial breath sound?
1:3
During the assessment of the posterior chest, the nurse inspects the skin for which of the following?
Lesions, scars, and skin color
What is the primary purpose of palpating the vertebrae during the thoracic examination?
To assess the alignment and tenderness of the vertebrae
During the assessment of the posterior chest, the nurse observes respiratory movement for which of the following?
Excursion, symmetry, depth, and rhythm of respirations
What is the term for the palpation of the chest wall to assess the vibration of the lungs during breathing?
Tactile fremitus
During the assessment of the posterior chest, the nurse palpates the thoracic muscles for which of the following?
Tenderness and bulges
During a thoracic examination, what does decreased tactile fremitus in areas where it is normally expected indicate?
Obstruction, pneumothorax, or emphysema
What is the purpose of percussion in a thoracic examination?
To determine if underlying tissue is filled with air or solid material
What is the normal ratio of the anterior-posterior diameter to the lateral diameter of the chest?
1:2
What is the term for the vibratory tremors that can be felt through the chest?
Tactile fremitus
What is the result of percussion that indicates the presence of a pleural effusion or pneumonia?
Flatness or dullness
What is the position of the patient during percussion in a thoracic examination?
Sitting
Test your knowledge of the auscultation procedure, including its purpose, technique, and normal results. Learn how to assess air flow through the bronchial tree and identify different sounds. This quiz is based on a lecture on the cardiovascular system.
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