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What is the normal adult respiratory rate in breaths per minute (BPM)?
What is the normal adult respiratory rate in breaths per minute (BPM)?
- 12-20 BPM (correct)
- 20-30 BPM
- 8-12 BPM
- 15-25 BPM
Which of the following thoracic landmarks typically has a broad, concave base?
Which of the following thoracic landmarks typically has a broad, concave base?
- Base (correct)
- Apex
- First rib
- Second rib
What is the normal inspiration to expiration ratio for breathing in adults?
What is the normal inspiration to expiration ratio for breathing in adults?
- 1:1
- 2:3
- 1:2 (correct)
- 2:1
When assessing the thorax, which of the following is NOT part of general inspection and observation?
When assessing the thorax, which of the following is NOT part of general inspection and observation?
Which of the following is NOT an aspect observed during general inspection of the thorax?
Which of the following is NOT an aspect observed during general inspection of the thorax?
What is the typical shape of a normal chest according to the text?
What is the typical shape of a normal chest according to the text?
In a normal chest, how does the Anterior-Posterior (AP) Diameter compare to the transverse diameter?
In a normal chest, how does the Anterior-Posterior (AP) Diameter compare to the transverse diameter?
What is the purpose of Tactile Fremitus as described in the text?
What is the purpose of Tactile Fremitus as described in the text?
During chest palpation, what is considered abnormal regarding chest expansion?
During chest palpation, what is considered abnormal regarding chest expansion?
What medical diagnostic method involves tapping various areas of the body to determine organ conditions by resonance?
What medical diagnostic method involves tapping various areas of the body to determine organ conditions by resonance?
Which percussion sound is most likely heard in a patient with COPD or Pneumothorax?
Which percussion sound is most likely heard in a patient with COPD or Pneumothorax?
Where is the best location to auscultate vesicular breath sounds?
Where is the best location to auscultate vesicular breath sounds?
Which breath sound is described as high pitched, loud, and harsh, and is normally heard over the trachea?
Which breath sound is described as high pitched, loud, and harsh, and is normally heard over the trachea?
What chest deformity is characterized by a lateral curvature or deviation of the spine?
What chest deformity is characterized by a lateral curvature or deviation of the spine?
Which type of sputum is typically seen in patients with acute lower respiratory tract infections or asthma?
Which type of sputum is typically seen in patients with acute lower respiratory tract infections or asthma?
What type of breath sound is commonly associated with air passing through fluid in the lungs?
What type of breath sound is commonly associated with air passing through fluid in the lungs?
Which type of abnormal breath sound might indicate an upper airway obstruction?
Which type of abnormal breath sound might indicate an upper airway obstruction?
What condition is characterized by a continuous low-pitched, coarse, harsh sound often described as having a 'snoring quality'?
What condition is characterized by a continuous low-pitched, coarse, harsh sound often described as having a 'snoring quality'?
What priority patient problem is associated with decreased blood flow due to pulmonary capillary vasoconstriction?
What priority patient problem is associated with decreased blood flow due to pulmonary capillary vasoconstriction?
Which abnormal breath sound occurs when visceral and parietal pleural surfaces become damaged and cannot glide silently over each other?
Which abnormal breath sound occurs when visceral and parietal pleural surfaces become damaged and cannot glide silently over each other?
