A 16 year-old patient with cystic fibrosis attends public high school. Which of the following bronchial hygiene therapies would be most appropriate for this patient?
A. intrapulmonary percussive ventilation
B. dornase alpha therapy
C. vibratory / oscillatory PEP
D. postural drainage and manual percussion
Answer: C. vibratory / oscillatory PEP
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a. Leukocytosis b. Leucopenia c. Thrombocytosis d. Thrombocytopenia
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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