Monday, February 3, 2014

NCLEX Question for type of chest configuration is typical of the patient with COPD

NCLEX Review Question

Which type of chest configuration is typical of the patient with COPD?

a.Barrel chest
b.Pigeon chest
c.Flail chest
d.Funnel chest

Correst Answer: A
Barrel chest
Rationale: "Barrel chest" results from fixation of the ribs in the inspiratory position.

Pigeon chest
Rationale: Pigeon chest results from a displaced sternum.

Flail chest
Rationale: Flail chest results when the ribs are fractured.

Funnel chest
Rationale: Funnel chest occurs when there is a depression in the lower portion of the sternum and is associated with Mafan's syndrome or rickets.

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