Practice Question
Which of the following findings would indicate an abnormality during the assessment of respiratory function in a patient?
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Correct Answer:
Use of accessory muscles during breathing
Rationale:
💨 The use of accessory muscles (such as the sternocleidomastoid, scalene, and intercostal muscles) during breathing is an abnormal finding that indicates increased work of breathing and possible respiratory distress.
💨 This may occur in conditions like COPD, asthma exacerbations, pneumonia, or severe respiratory compromise.
💨 In a normal respiratory assessment, you would expect clear lung sounds, bilateral chest expansion, and a respiratory rate of 12–20 breaths per minute without visible labored effort.
💨 Detecting accessory muscle use early is important for timely intervention to prevent deterioration.
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