Mrs. Helms is sitting on the side of the bed, leaning forward, with her arms on the bedside table. What would this indicate to you?

Improper positioning

Fatigue or weakness

Respiratory distress

Increased comfort and relaxation

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A.   Improper positioning does not apply in this case; the position described is often associated with respiratory distress.
B.   Fatigue or weakness may be present, but the described position is more indicative of difficulty breathing.
C.   Respiratory distress is suggested by the patient leaning forward, which is a common position for patients with shortness of breath as it helps expand the lungs and ease breathing.
D.   Increased comfort and relaxation is unlikely; this position is more often associated with discomfort and difficulty breathing.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Asthma exacerbation typically causes wheezing or bronchospasm and would not usually cause decreased breath sounds in one lung.
B. Pulmonary embolism may cause breathlessness or decreased oxygen levels, but it wouldn't typically cause unilateral decreased breath sounds.
C. Pneumothorax is the most likely cause, as air in the pleural space can collapse the lung, leading to decreased or absent breath sounds on the affected side.
D. Pulmonary edema typically causes bilateral crackles and would not cause unilateral decreased breath sounds.

A. Palpate the thyroid while the patient holds their breath B. Palpate the thyroid while the patient is swallowing C. Auscultate the thyroid with the bell of the stethoscope D. Auscultate the thyroid with the diaphragm of the stethoscope

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Palpation of the thyroid helps assess its size, consistency, and tenderness but does not aid in detecting a bruit.
B. Swallowing helps assess the mobility of the thyroid but does not aid in auscultating for a bruit.
C. The bell of the stethoscope is used to detect low-pitched sounds, such as a bruit, which might be heard if there is increased blood flow through the thyroid gland, as seen in hyperthyroidism or Graves' disease.
D. The diaphragm is used to detect high-pitched sounds, such as lung or heart sounds. The bell is better for detecting a bruit.

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Correct Answer is C

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