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Study 1 Respiratory Assessment with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.

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01
Front

What three sources of information guide a respiratory assessment?

Back

Combine what you see, hear, and learn from vital signs; interpret findings together rather than relying on one measurement or sound.

02
Front

What is a common resting respiratory-rate range for adults?

Back

A common reference range is 12–20 breaths per minute for an adult at rest.

03
Front

Which chest movement is a reassuring inspection finding?

Back

Symmetrical chest movement without visible effort is reassuring.

04
Front

What do rapid breathing, accessory-muscle use, and frequent pauses in speech suggest?

Back

Rapid breathing, accessory-muscle use, and difficulty speaking comfortably are concerning signs; assess promptly and escalate as needed.

05
Front

What assessment feature is indicated by unequal rise of the chest sides?

Back

Unequal rise of the two sides of the chest is asymmetrical chest expansion.

06
Front

What are intercostal retractions?

Back

Retractions are inward movements between the ribs during inspiration.

07
Front

What is a wheeze?

Back

A wheeze is a high-pitched, musical adventitious breath sound.

08
Front

What details should you document about an adventitious breath sound?

Back

Document where it is heard, whether it occurs during inspiration or expiration, and whether sounds are diminished or absent in any area.

09
Front

Can one breath sound by itself establish its cause?

Back

A breath sound alone does not identify its cause; interpret it with the rest of the assessment.

10
Front

What should you do when respiratory rate and pulse rise from earlier readings?

Back

Compare with baseline, reassess respiratory status and other vital signs, and promptly report or escalate the change.

11
Front

What belongs in a focused respiratory assessment?

Back

Assess respiratory rate and pattern, work of breathing, chest symmetry and expansion, breath sounds and their location, and relevant vital signs such as pulse and oxygen saturation.

12
Front

Which combination of new findings calls for the most immediate reassessment?

Back

New altered alertness, labored breathing, and markedly reduced breath sounds on one side warrant prompt reassessment and urgent help according to the patient's condition and local protocol.