Which of the following are considered contraindications for flexible bronchoscopy? 1. Severe hypercapnia 2. Impaired neck mobility 3. Hemoptysis 4. Recent myocardial infarction

a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 4 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only


ANS: B

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