Asked by Jackie Vidal on Jul 04, 2024

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High-pitched breath sounds produced by airway narrowing are known as:

A) Rales
B) Crackles
C) Rhonchi
D) Wheezing

Wheezing

A high-pitched whistling sound produced during breathing, often resulting from an obstructed airway.

Rhonchi

Low-pitched, rattling lung sounds that suggest blockage or secretion in the large airways, often heard in patients with bronchitis or pneumonia.

  • Comprehend the typical and atypical respiratory noises and their relevance in a clinical setting.
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Jentry SwiftJul 06, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Wheezing is a high-pitched sound produced by narrowing of an airway.Rales and crackles are crackling sounds that indicate atelectasis,pulmonary edema,or pneumonia.Rhonchi are low-pitched snoring or rumbling sounds that result from mucous secretions in the large airways.