Inspect the chest
hyperinflation
pecus carinatum
pectus excavatum
Harrison's sulcus
Assess respiratory effort
respiratory rate
pattern of breathing
recession in intercostal spaces
nasal flaring
grunting on expiration
difficulties in walking, talking, drinking, speaking
Added noises
wheeze
stridor
cough
Percussion
Auscultation
may be easier to get child to breathe out and listen to inspiration
coarse crepitations may be transmitted from throat/upper airways
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