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How to Perform a Respiratory Assessment?

A thorough respiratory assessment involves several steps:
Inspection: Observe the patient's chest movement, respiratory effort, and overall appearance.
Palpation: Feel for any abnormalities in chest expansion and the presence of tenderness.
Percussion: Tap on the chest to detect abnormal sounds that may indicate fluid or air accumulation.
Auscultation: Use a stethoscope to listen to lung sounds, identifying any abnormal sounds that may indicate respiratory issues.

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