Dr. Spencer Reid is diagnosed with pneumonia and a moderate pleural effusion.  Which of the following procedures should a respiratory therapist recommend FIRST?

Dr. Ian Malcom is a scientist that specializes in prehistoric animals. This job involves grinding crystalline substances and preserved samples in amber. He presents to the pulmonary clinic for a yearly physical and complains of a non productive cough. CXR reveals small round nodules throughout the lungs.  Which of the following is the best diagnosis?

Mr. Megatron present’s to your clinic with excessive mucus production, wheezing, and worsening cough for 1 month. Patient has been more tired lately and has lost 10 pounds. Patient  grew up in a home with 2 parents that smoked. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

All of the following are symptoms of lung cancer, EXCEPT?

Which of the following disease is associated with a Meniscus sign on the CXR?

Interpret the following CXR.    

Causes of hypersenitivity pneumonia include which of the following? Fungi Thermophilic bacteria Connective tissue diseases Chemicals

Which of the following has the poorest prognosis?

A patient has fallen asleep during the set-up of a sleep study. They report falling asleep in inappropriate times very often. Which of the following sleep disorders is likely? 

According to AASM guidelines, a normal AHI is defined as less than