Abnormal sounds are also called respiratory sounds. Here is an inventory of common random breath sounds with explanations and causes. Learn about sounds and properly document...
Voice-generated sounds can provide essential clues about respiratory abnormalities. Normal lungs are stuffed with air, and air doesn’t carry sound easily. Typically, transmitted voice sounds are...
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Some non-pulmonary sounds could also be heard on auscultation of the chest. It is very important to concentrate on non-pulmonary sounds equivalent to mediastinal crackles and...
Alpha-adrenergic blockers or alpha-adrenergic antagonists affect the alpha receptors of the sympathetic nervous system. There are two kinds of alpha-adrenergic receptors: alpha-1 and alpha-2. Alpha-1 adrenergic...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2022) recently clarified their guidelines for the usage of masks and respirators, stating that “while any mask is...
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When assessing the circulatory system, the rhythm and nature of the peripheral pulse are observed. When palpating the radial or femoral pulses, you’ll notice that although...
When assessing your heart, you might notice additional heart sounds or heart murmurs once you auscultate the chest. Generally, murmurs may be distinguished from additional sounds...
When performing a cardiovascular assessment, auscultation of heart sounds is a crucial element of the examination. Each sound has different characteristics, including timing and intensity. Read...
