When Assessing the Breath Sounds (During a Rapid Secondary Exam)

question 77

Multiple Choice

When assessing the breath sounds (during a rapid secondary exam) of a critical trauma patient, it is best to auscultate each lung in at least how many places?

• A) 2
• B) 8
• C) 4
• D) 6

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Definitions:

American Society of Anesthesiologists

A professional organization dedicated to raising and maintaining the standards of the medical practice of anesthesiology.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

A breathing technique that involves deep breathing using the diaphragm to improve oxygenation and reduce stress.

Atelectasis

A condition characterized by the partial or complete collapse of a lung or a section (lobe) of a lung.

Warfarin (Coumadin)

A medication used as an anticoagulant to prevent blood clots, often prescribed for conditions like deep vein thrombosis or atrial fibrillation.