1. Which of the following techniques would be most appropriate to assess

the lung sounds of a patient during a respiratory examination?

A. Inspection

B. Auscultation

C. Percussion

D. Palpation

Answer: B. Auscultation

Rationale: Auscultation involves listening to the patient's lungs using a

stethoscope to assess for any abnormal breath sounds.

2. During a respiratory examination, which of the following findings

would be considered abnormal when assessing the patient's chest for

symmetrical chest wall movements?

A. Unilateral chest expansion

B. Bilateral chest expansion

C. Decreased chest expansion

D. Increased chest expansion

Answer: A. Unilateral chest expansion

Rationale: Bilateral chest expansion is normal during breathing, while

unilateral chest expansion may indicate a pathologic condition.

3. When examining a patient's respiratory rate, which of the following

findings would be considered normal for an adult?

A. 16 breaths per minute

B. 22 breaths per minute

C. 28 breaths per minute

D. 34 breaths per minute

Answer: A. 16 breaths per minute

Rationale: The normal respiratory rate for an adult is typically between

12-20 breaths per minute.

4. Which of the following techniques would be most appropriate to assess

the vibration of the chest wall during a respiratory examination?

A. Inspection

B. Touch

C. Percussion