Which of the following is characteristic of normal breathing?

A. 40-80 shallow breaths per minute
B. Irregular rhythm
C. Accessory muscle use
D. 10-30 breaths per minute


Answer: D

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Several abnormal lung sounds can be helpful in understanding what condition may be affecting a patient. One such sound is wheezing. Which of the following statements about wheezing is false?

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