Head to Toe Assessment 4

Question 1

I’m going to inspect the posterior thorax.

Answer 1

skin is clear, there is positive symmetry of expansion, and there’s no use of accessory muscles.

Question 2

I’m going to palpate the posterior thorax for symmetry of expansion.

Answer 2

there’s positive symmetry of expansion.

Question 3

I’m going to auscultate the posterior thorax in a 6-8 sequence.

Answer 3

clear bilaterally in all lung fields.

Question 4

I’m going to auscultate the lateral thorax.

Answer 4

clear bilaterally in all lung fields.

Question 5

I’m going to inspect the anterior thorax.

Answer 5

skin is clear, there’s positive symmetry of expansion, and no use of accessory muscles.

Question 6

I’m now going to auscultate the anterior thorax.

Answer 6

clear bilaterally in all lung fields.