How is diaphragmatic paralysis most often diagnosed?
a. Chest radiography
b. Pulmonary function testing
c. Arterial blood gases
d. Physical examination
ANS: A
Patients with unilateral diaphragmatic paralysis may have a 15% to 20% reduction in vital capac-ity and total lung capacity in the upright position and a further reduction while supine.
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