The nurse is preparing to auscultate the client's chest. Where ...

[JGIBBSON]

The nurse is preparing to auscultate the client's chest. Where will the nurse place the stethoscope to auscultate tracheal breath sounds?
 
  1. A.
  2. B.
  3. C.
  4. D.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to assess the client's respiratory system. Rank in order according to how the nurse should proceed.
 
  Select the correct choice from the list.
  Response 1. Auscultation.
  Response 2. Inspection.
  Response 3. Percussion.
  Response 4. Client survey.
  Response 5. Palpation.

[coreycathey]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Tracheal breath sounds are heard over the trachea when the client inhales and exhales. They are harsh and high-pitched.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4, 2, 5, 3, 1
The physical assessment of the respiratory system follows an organized pattern. It begins with the client survey, then inspection of the anterior and posterior thorax. The assessment ends with palpation, percussion, and auscultation of the anterior thorax.

[JGIBBSON]

Great answer, keep it coming

[emsimon14]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review