The nurse is evaluating the diagnostic study data on a patient with suspected pulmonary fibrosis. Which of the following tests is associated with a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis?
A) An elevated sweat chloride concentration test
B) Presence of ketones in the urine
C) Positive phenylketonuria
D) Lung biopsy
Ans: A
Feedback: A diagnosis of cystic fibrosis is often made based on an elevated sweat chloride concentration test along with clinical signs and symptoms consistent with the disease.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false