A worried patient asks the nurse to explain the advantage of a fluoroscopy. What is the nurse's best response regarding fluoroscopy?
a. Shows respiratory function in motion
b. Helps the physician evaluate ventila-tion-perfusion ratio
c. Allows the physician to take tissue sam-ples
d. Facilitates the removal of fluid from the bronchi
A
A fluoroscopy allows the visualization of both lungs while the patient is in the process of venti-lation.
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