Your patient has been diagnosed with heart failure. What breath sound should be assessed by the nurse?
A) Expiratory wheezes
B) Inspiratory wheezes
C) Rhonchi
D) Crackles
Ans: D
Feedback: Crackles reflect underlying inflammation or congestion and are often present in such conditions as pneumonia, bronchitis, and congestive heart failure. Therefore options A, B, and C are incorrect.
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a. true b. false