While conducting a physical examination of the thorax, a nurse notes and documents breath sounds as moderate "blowing" sounds with equal inspiration and expiration. What type of breath sounds are these?

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Bronchovesicular breath sounds are moderate "blowing" sounds with equal inspiration and expiration, typically heard over the main bronchus area and over the upper right posterior lung field. These sounds are normal in those areas.

While Conducting a Physical Examination of the Thorax, a Nurse