A 36 year-old patient is admitted to the ED with a temperature of 38.5° C and suspected pneumonia. The patient has no history of pulmonary disease. Auscultation reveal medium crackles throughout both lungs. Which of the following should be recommended for management of this patient?
A. Pre/post bronchodilator study
B. Ultrasonic nebulizer treatments
C. Manually assisted coughing
D. Regular coughing and deep breathing
Answer: D. Regular coughing and deep breathing
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