Respiratory Assessment Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is a sign of increased work of breathing? Occasional dry cough, Use of accessory muscles during inspiration, Normal breath sounds, Respiratory rate of 15 breaths/min

Back

Use of accessory muscles during inspiration

Front

Which sound is most likely to be heard in a patient with asthma during expiration?

Back

Wheezes

Front

A respiratory rate of 25 breaths/min in an adult is considered:

Back

Tachypnea

Front

Which of the following is a normal finding during a respiratory assessment?
Use of accessory muscles,
Respiratory rate of 16 breaths/min,
High-pitched wheezing,
Cyanosis

Back

Respiratory rate of 16 breaths/min

Front

A patient with bronchospasm is most likely to have which lung sound?

Back

Wheezes

Front

Why is the use of accessory muscles during inspiration concerning?

Back

It suggests increased work of breathing and possible respiratory distress.

Front

Which breath sound is described as high-pitched and musical?

Back

Wheezes

Front

What is the significance of documenting abnormal lung sounds during a respiratory assessment?

Back

It helps identify potential respiratory problems

Front

Which type of breath sound is normally heard over the trachea and larynx?

Back

Bronchial

Front

Which patient position best facilitates lung expansion during respiratory assessment? Options: Supine, Prone, Lateral, Sitting upright

Back

Sitting upright