What auscultatory finding is most consistent with the diagnosis of interstitial lung disease (ILD)?
a. Coarse inspiratory and expiratory crackles
b. Fine bilateral inspiratory crackles
c. Monophonic expiratory wheezes
d. Polyphonic expiratory wheezes
ANS: B
Most patients with ILD have bilateral inspiratory, fine crackles, which usually are most prominent at the lung bases.
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A) always wearing a mask around patients B) providing more aid to underdeveloped countries C) providing education to mothers D) following guidelines for hand hygiene
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false