Dullness to percussion in intercostal spaces suggests the presence of:
A) cor pulmonale.
B) empyema.
C) pneumonia.
D) sickle cell disease.

Name: Dullness to percussion in intercostal spaces suggests the presence of: A) cor pulmonale. B) empyema. C) pneumonia. D) sickle cell disease.
Brand: Quizplus
Rating: 4.7 (27 reviews)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Resonance is the expected percussion tone over normal lung tissue, which is accessible in the intercostal spaces. Dullness indicates an area of consolidation, as seen with pneumonia.

Dullness to Percussion in Intercostal Spaces Suggests the Presence Of