As the respiratory therapist assesses a patient who is in a semi-fowler position, he/she finds that the patient's jugular vein extends approximately 7 cm above his sternal angle. The therapist should recommend initiation of which therapy?
A. positive inotrope
B. antibiotic
C. long-acting Beta-agonist
D. hyperinflation
Answer: A. positive inotrope
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