While percussing the thorax of a child during a physical examination, the therapist hears a dull percussion note over the child's right lung. Which of the following conditions may cause this physical finding?
I. Atelectasis
II. Pneumothorax
III. Pleural effusion
IV. Consolidation

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Chest percussion is performed by tapping the finger of one hand with a finger of the other hand over corresponding areas of the patient's chest, usually while the patient is sitting upright. A relatively high-pitched percussion note, or hyperresonance, suggests focal or generalized air trapping or pneumothorax. A relatively dull percussion note indicates atelectasis, consolidation, or pleural effusion.

While Percussing the Thorax of a Child During a Physical