Sharp, short blows to the surface of the chest:
A) Auscultation
B) Percussion
C) Stridor
D) Rales
E) Expectoration

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Percussion involves tapping or striking the surface of the chest with short, sharp blows to assess the underlying structures and density of the organs. Auscultation involves listening with a stethoscope for sounds produced by organs, such as the lungs and heart. Stridor refers to a high-pitched wheezing sound that can occur during breathing due to narrowed or obstructed airways. Rales are abnormal lung sounds characterized by crackles or rattling noises during breathing. Expectoration refers to the act of coughing up sputum or phlegm from the respiratory tract.

Sharp, Short Blows to the Surface of the Chest