Respiratory Emergencies

Clinical Manifestations of Chronic Bronchitis

  • Often seen is individuals who smoke
  • Productive cough
  • Dyspnea
  • Prolonged expiration in advanced stages with wheezing
  • Crackles, rhonchi and wheezing upon auscultation



Broward Community College
HCA Specialty Nurse Training Grant
Introduction to Emergency Nursing
Content Modified: November, 2006