7 Questions
What is the likely cause of coarse crackles (rales) and which disorder is commonly associated with it?
Fluid in the airways; Pulmonary edema moist bubbling sound
What is the sound description of fine crackles (rales) and what disorder is often linked to it?
Velcro being torn apart, hair between fingers; Atelectasis and heart failure
What is the characteristic sound of wheezes and what condition is commonly associated with it?
High-pitched violin; Asthma
What does stridor indicate and what conditions are often linked to it? loud crowing noises
Airway obstruction; Tumor, foreign object, swelling
Which condition is commonly linked to decreased air movement and faint lung sounds?
Emphysema pnemunoia hyoventilation because of diminished sounds
Which disorder is often associated with absent air movement and no sounds?
Pneumothorax
What condition is commonly linked to absent air movement and no sounds after a pneumectomy?
Pneumectomy
Test your knowledge of respiratory assessment with this quiz on inspecting for symmetry, abnormalities, and signs of distress. Learn to recognize breathing patterns and identify indicators of respiratory issues such as cyanosis and dyspnea.
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