Abnormal Upper Airway Sounds Flashcards

1
Q
  • upper airway

- partially obstructed by the tongue or relaxed tissues in the pharynx

A

Snoring

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-the muscles around the larynx spasm & narrow opening into the trachea

A

Crowing

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3
Q

usually indicated presence of blood, vomit, secretions, or other liquid in the airway

A

Gurgling

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4
Q

harsh, high pitched sound heard during inspiration. Upper airway obstruction from swelling of larynx

A

Stridor

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