Which of the following is true of the respiratory system?
a. The larynx is part of the upper respiratory tract.
b. Exhalation leads to the increase of blood acid levels.
c. Breathing is controlled by the cerebellum.
d. Breathing is initiated by the brain stem.
(Ans- d. Breathing is initiated by the brain stem.
What does a low-pitched cough signify?
a. Secretions or inflammation
b. Airway constriction
c. Cardiac problems
d. Tuberculosis
(Ans- a. Secretions or inflammation
Which of the following respiratory rates is seen with hyperventilatory states?
a. Eupnea
b. Tachypnea
c. Bradypnea
d. Hyperpnea
(Ans- b. Tachypnea
, Which of the following is a potentially normal breathing pattern for children in
their sleep?
a. Kussmaul
b. Cheyne-Stokes
c. Sigh
d. Biot
(Ans- b. Cheyne-Stokes
According to the text, bronchiolitis is correlated with respiratory symptoms that
affect which body system?
a. Skin
b. Cardiovascular
c. Gastrointestinal
d. Neurological
(Ans- b. Cardiovascular
What symptom of high thoracic pressure can be found by visual inspection?
a. Retracted chest wall
b. Venous patterns on the chest
c. Kyphosis
d. Clubbing of fingers
(Ans- b. Venous patterns on the chest
Fremitus is examined during which part of the physical exam?