While measuring peak flow on a patient with well-controlled asthma, the respiratory therapist notes that the peak flow meter consistently reads 200 L/min despite excellent patient effort. The most likely explanation for these results is that the
A. peak flow meter is clogged.
B. patient's asthma has worsened.
C. patient is fatigued.
D. peak flow meter is accurate.
Answer: A. peak flow meter is clogged.
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