From diagnostic skills Flashcards
1
Q
What is the only abnormal finding with left sided heart failure?
A
Course crackles
Wheezes
2
Q
What exam findings are indicative of consolidation?
A
Percussion –> dull
Breath sounds –> decreased
Course crackles in periphery
Fremitus –> increased
3
Q
What exam findings are indicative of atelectasis?
A
Percussion --> dull Trachea --> shifted Breath sounds --> normal Crackles Fremitus --> decreased
Better after a deep breath
4
Q
What exam findings are indicative of pleural effusion?
A
Percussion –> dull
Breath sounds –> decreased
No wheezes, crackles, or ronchi
Fremitus –> decreased (fluid acts like a window)
5
Q
What exam findings are indicative of PTX?
A
Percussion --> hyperresonant Trachea --> shifted Breath sounds --> decreased No wheezes, crackles, or ronchi Fremitus --> decreased
6
Q
What exam findings are indicative of COPD?
A
Percussion –> hyperresonant
Breath sounds –> decreased
Expiratory crackles
Fremitus –> decreased
7
Q
What exam findings are indicative of asthma?
A
Wheezes
