A patient with chronic bronchitis is seen in the pulmonary clinic with complaints of frequent cough and secretion production. Despite completing a round of Keflex® as prescribed, the patient continues to have scattered infiltrates on his chest X-ray. Which of the following tests should the respiratory therapist recommend?

A. thoracentesis
B. polysomnography
C. flexible bronchoscopy
D. plethysmography

Answer: C. flexible bronchoscopy

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