During the Palpation of a Patient's Chest for Expansion, the Nurse

question 26

Multiple Choice

During the palpation of a patient's chest for expansion, the nurse notices a decrease in expansion of the right side. This finding is consistent with which of the following? Select all that apply.

• A)emphysema
• B)pneumonia
• C)pleural effusion
• D)heart failure
• E)pneumothorax

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