A Patient Presents with a History of Cough After Playing

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient presents with a history of cough after playing ice hockey.Spirometry and lung volume results are normal.Which of the following tests is indicated?

• A) Diffusing capacity
• B) Mannitol
• C) Maximum inspiratory pressure
• D) Arterial blood gas

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