The preferred radiographic method to evaluate a patient's bronchiectasis is:
a. posterior-anterior radiograph (x-ray).
b. anterior-posterior radiograph (x-ray).
c. computed tomography (CT).
d. bronchogram.
C
A CT scan of the lungs will provide very detailed images of the damaged areas. Although a radiograph of the chest or bronchogram will provide valuable information, the CT scan is the best method available.
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