NCIt related terms : PULMONARY RALES/CRACKLES/CREPITATIONS;
NCIt definition : Abnormal breath sounds (crackles) heard on auscultation, indicating inflammation,
fluid, or infection of the lung.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: Abnormal breath sounds caused by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs.; ACC/AHA: Abnormal breath sounds (crackles) heard on auscultation indicating inflammation,
fluid, or infection of the lung;