A Client Has Retraction of the Muscles Between the Ribs

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client has retraction of the muscles between the ribs when breathing. In which way should the nurse document this finding?

• A) Tracheal tug
• B) Intercostal retraction
• C) Substernal retraction
• D) Suprasternal retraction

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