Asked by Justin Arita on May 26, 2024

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Bronchovesicular breath sounds are best heard over which area?

A) Midline over the trachea just below the larynx
B) Fourth intercostal space, in the midclavicular line
C) First and second intercostal spaces next to the sternum
D) At the base of the lungs near the diaphragm

Bronchovesicular Breath Sounds

Normal breath sounds heard over the main bronchus area and over the upper right posterior lung field, representing air moving through the large airways.

Intercostal Space

The anatomic area situated between two adjacent ribs, typically involved in respiratory movements.

  • Understand the normal and abnormal breath sounds and their clinical significance.
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Hassan ShehuJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Bronchovesicular breath sounds are best heard over the first and second intercostal spaces adjacent to the sternum on the anterior chest.