When auscultating the respirations of a client in left ventricular heart failure, the nurse would most likely detect
A) crackling sounds.
B) diminished sounds.
C) grunting.
D) wheezing.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The client coughs because a large amount of fluid is trapped in the pulmonary tree, irritating the lung mucosa. On auscultation, bilateral crackles (rales) may be heard.

When Auscultating the Respirations of a Client in Left Ventricular