CCC3 Exam 2 Questions and Correct Answers

CCC3 Exam 2 Questions and Correct Answers Factors Increase Risk for Resp. Infection - Correct Answer: -Older than 65 years -Cigarette smoking/vaping -Residing in extended-care facilities -Chronic respiratory disorders -Congenital or chronic cardiovascular disease -Chronic renal disease -DM or chronic metabolic disorder -Compromised immune system Preventing Respiratory Disorders - Correct Answer: -Practice hand hygiene -Stay out of crowds, especially during cold and flu season -Refrain from smoking -Avoid known allergens as much as possible -Maintain in adequate nutrition and obtain sufficient rest; helps keep immune system healthy Vesicular Breath Sounds - Correct Answer: -over lung tissue to level of 6th intercostal space -low to medium pitch with soft whooshing quality -inspiration is 2-3 times as long as expiration Bronchovesicular Breath Sounds - Correct Answer: -over mainstem bronchi, below the level of the clavicles, beside sternum, posteriorly; between scapulae -moderate to high pitch with a hollow, muffled quality -equal time for inspiration and expiration Bronchial Breath Sounds - Correct Answer: -over trachea, above sternal notch -high pitch with loud, harsh, tubular quality -inspiration is half the time as expiration Wheezing - Correct Answer: -whistling, musical, high-pitched sound Rhonchi - Correct Answer: -low-pitched, rattling sounds cause by secretions in larger air passages