Which of the following findings could be present in pneumonia besides fever and yellow sputum?

In the context of pneumonia, the correct finding that could be present, along with fever and yellow sputum, is increased tactile fremitus. This phenomenon occurs due to the consolidation of lung tissue that typically accompanies pneumonia. When the lung tissue becomes consolidated, vibrations during speech or coughing are transmitted more effectively through the denser lung tissue, resulting in increased tactile fremitus when palpating the chest wall.

The presence of pneumonia often leads to these consolidative changes in the lung where the alveoli are filled with fluid or pus, which enhances the transmission of vibrations. Increased tactile fremitus is a significant clinical finding for diagnosing pneumonia as it reflects the underlying pathology.

Other findings, while relevant in different contexts or respiratory conditions, do not typically align with the characteristics of pneumonia. Understanding these clinical signs helps in the assessment and management of patients presenting with respiratory symptoms.