thorax/lungs exam (palpation) {Ans: -confirm symmetric expansion and tactile fremitus -detect lumps, masses, tenderness}who has the highest % of high cholesterol prevalence {Ans: Mexican American men and women}main purpose of respiratory system {Ans: supplies O2 to lungs and removing CO2}what should you use the diaphragm of a stethoscope for {Ans: high pitched, normal sounds}modifiable factors in cardiovascular disease {Ans: smoking, DM2, HTN, obesity, exercise}measurement of pulmonary function status {Ans: -pulse ox assesses SpO2 -healthy person usually has SpO2 of 97%-98% -SpO2 should be evaluated by Hgb level, acid-base balance, and vent status -6 min walk test}