Auscultation of the Cardiovascular System
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What is the primary purpose of auscultation in a thoracic examination?

  • To assess airflow through the bronchial tree (correct)
  • To assess the movement of the diaphragm
  • To assess the size of the heart
  • To assess the condition of the lungs
  • What is the characteristic of a vesicular lung sound?

  • Harsh and whistling
  • High-pitched and loud
  • Coarse and bubbling
  • Soft and low-pitched (correct)
  • What is the difference between a polyphonic wheeze and a monophonic wheeze?

  • Polyphonic wheeze is high-pitched, while monophonic wheeze is low-pitched
  • Polyphonic wheeze is heard over the trachea, while monophonic wheeze is heard over the bronchi
  • Polyphonic wheeze has multiple sound qualities, while monophonic wheeze has a single sound quality (correct)
  • Polyphonic wheeze is heard on inspiration, while monophonic wheeze is heard on expiration
  • What is the characteristic of a stridor sound?

    <p>High-pitched and whistling with a harsh quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between coarse crackles and fine crackles?

    <p>Coarse crackles are wet and bubbling, while fine crackles are dry and crackling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal ratio of inspiration to expiration in a bronchial breath sound?

    <p>1:3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the assessment of the posterior chest, the nurse inspects the skin for which of the following?

    <p>Lesions, scars, and skin color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of palpating the vertebrae during the thoracic examination?

    <p>To assess the alignment and tenderness of the vertebrae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the assessment of the posterior chest, the nurse observes respiratory movement for which of the following?

    <p>Excursion, symmetry, depth, and rhythm of respirations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the palpation of the chest wall to assess the vibration of the lungs during breathing?

    <p>Tactile fremitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the assessment of the posterior chest, the nurse palpates the thoracic muscles for which of the following?

    <p>Tenderness and bulges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a thoracic examination, what does decreased tactile fremitus in areas where it is normally expected indicate?

    <p>Obstruction, pneumothorax, or emphysema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of percussion in a thoracic examination?

    <p>To determine if underlying tissue is filled with air or solid material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal ratio of the anterior-posterior diameter to the lateral diameter of the chest?

    <p>1:2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the vibratory tremors that can be felt through the chest?

    <p>Tactile fremitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of percussion that indicates the presence of a pleural effusion or pneumonia?

    <p>Flatness or dullness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the position of the patient during percussion in a thoracic examination?

    <p>Sitting</p> Signup and view all the answers

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