Which of the following is an example of a disorder with increased tactile fremitus?
a. Emphysema
b. Pleural effusion
c. Pneumothorax
d. Pneumonia
D
Examples of disorders that increase tactile fremitus include pneumonia, lung cancer, and pulmonary fibrosis. Emphysema, pleural effusion, and pneumothorax are disorders that decrease fremitus.
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A. Olanzapine B. Thiothixene C. Thioridazine D. Haloperidol
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