Which of the following adverse reactions is not typically seen with pulmonary function testing?

a. Syncope
b. Cough
c. Hemoptysis
d. Chest pain

ANS: C
Possible complications include pneumothorax, syncope, chest pain, paroxysmal coughing, and bronchospasm associated with exercise-induced asthma. Hemoptysis (cough up bloody sputum) is not a side effect of spirometry.

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