The Nurse Is Assessing the Respiratory Status of a Patient

The nurse is assessing the respiratory status of a patient who is experiencing an exacerbation of her emphysema symptoms. When preparing to auscultate, what breath sounds should the nurse anticipate?

A) Absence of breath sounds
B) Wheezing with discontinuous breath sounds
C) Faint breath sounds with prolonged expiration
D) Faint breath sounds with fine crackles