When auscultating the lung(s) in areas of a tension pneumothorax, which of the following lung sounds are likely to be heard?
  1. Wheezing and cracking.
  2. High-pitched whistle.
  3. Labored breath sounds.
  4. Absent or decreased breath sounds.
Explanation
Answer: D - In the region of a pneumothorax, there will be a decrease or absence of breath sounds due to the collapse in the lung at that particular region. Therefore, there will be little or no sound present.
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