Lung Sounds Flashcards
1
Q
What is the cause of crackles?
A
Fluid or secretions in the airway
2
Q
When do you hear crackles?
A
On inspiration (sounds like Rice Krispies in milk)
3
Q
What are some possible causes of crackles?
A
Pneumonia, edema, or bronchitis
4
Q
What is another name for crackles
A
Rales
5
Q
What are the characteristics of wheezes?
A
High-pitched musical sounds
6
Q
When do you hear wheezing?
A
On inspiration and expiration
7
Q
What are possible causes of wheezing?
A
Asthma, smoking, allergic reactions
8
Q
Wheezes can often be heard without a _____
A
Stethoscope
9
Q
____ air will help relieve symptoms of wheezing?
A
Humidified
10
Q
What is the cause of stridor?
A
Laryngeal spasm or swelling croup and epiglottitis
11
Q
What are the characteristics of Stridor?
A
Wheezing
12
Q
Which age group is stridor often seen i?
A
Children
