Before the Suctioning of a Patient, Auscultation Reveals Coarse Breath

question 22

Multiple Choice

Before the suctioning of a patient, auscultation reveals coarse breath sounds during both inspiration and expiration. After suctioning, the coarseness disappears, but expiratory wheezing is heard over both lung fields. What is most likely the problem?

• A) Secretions are still present and the patient should be suctioned again.
• B) The patient has hyperactive airways and has developed bronchospasm.
• C) A pneumothorax has developed and the patient needs a chest tube.
• D) The patient has developed a mucous plug and should undergo bronchoscopy.

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