After consulting on management of a patient with pneumonia and atelectasis, the pulmonologist has documented in the Progress Notes a need to change the patient's treatment regimen. The respiratory therapist should
A. continue the current treatment plan.
B. report the change in treatment plan to the next shift.
C. check the electronic medical record for new physician orders.
D. disregard the information until notified by the shift supervisor.
Answer: C. check the electronic medical record for new physician orders.
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