Which of the following is the MOST effective method of assessing the quality of air movement in the lungs?
A. evaluating the patient's chest for cyanosis
B. applying a pulse oximeter and monitoring the SaO2
C. auscultating breath sounds with a stethoscope
D. looking for the presence of accessory muscle use
Answer: C. auscultating breath sounds with a stethoscope
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