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Flashcards in Breath sounds Deck (3)
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1
Q

Crackles

A

Fluid present in airways.
Not cleared with coughing.
~high-pitched crackle or popping sound
Ex. pulmonary edema, HF

2
Q

Stridor

A

Narrowed segment in respiratory tract present, peripheral.
Heard with inspiration, expiration or both.
~shrill harsh sound
Ex. heard in croup

3
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Wheezing

A

Narrowed or obstructed airway. Due to swelling, secretions, tumors. Can be heard w/o stethoscope.
~high-pitched musical whistle
Ex. asthma