What should the nurse suspect regarding the bronchus when auscultating coarse crackles in the lower right lobe?
a. Partially filled with fluid
b. Narrowed by spasm
c. Partially filled with thick mucus
d. Completely obstructed
A
Coarse crackles are indicative of fluid in the bronchi. Many times these sounds can be cleared by coughing.
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A) Meeting the physiologic needs of the client B) Teaching C) Being a group leader D) Psychotherapist E) Adjusting pharmacotherapeutic interventions
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A) Sneeze every 4 hours to equalize pressure. B) Be sure to exercise to reduce fatigue. C) Avoid lifting anything under 10 pounds. D) Don't blow your nose for 2 to 3 weeks.
A resident uses incentive spirometry. How many breaths does the person need to take with the device?
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