Respiratory Therapist

Category - Patient Evaluations and Recommendations

What color sputum would indicate old blood in airway?
  1. Green
  2. White
  3. Bright red
  4. Brown
Explanation
Answer: D - Old blood in the airway is indicated by brown flecks in sputum sample.

Green sputum indicates stagnant secretions. White sputum is common in patients with an infection. Bright red bloody sputum is compatible with recent blood in airways.
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