I'm a student nurse currently working with a patient who has category 1 pulmonary tuberculosis. Their x-ray mentioned "fibroreticular densities with cicatricial changes," and I'm not really sure what that means. Could you explain it to me? Also, what kind of breath sounds should I be listening for in this situation?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Breath sounds include crackles,wheezing and bronchial breathing . Patient is advised to continue ATT for 6 months.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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