The nurse coming on duty received in report that the client's lung sounds were clear to auscultation in all lobes.The nurse coming on heard moderate-intensity and moderate-pitch "blowing" sounds between the scapulae and lateral to the sternum at the first and second intercostal spaces when doing her own assessment.Which should the nurse do next?
A)Encourage the client to cough and deep breathe.
B)Notify the healthcare provider of abnormal breath sounds.
C)Document assessment findings as normal breath sounds.
D)Raise the head of the bed to allow maximum air excursion.

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The nurse's assessment findings describe bronchovesicular breath sounds, which are normal in the areas mentioned (between the scapulae and lateral to the sternum at the first and second intercostal spaces). Therefore, the nurse should document these findings as normal.

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