Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The client diagnosed with asthma is admitted to the emergency department with difficulty breathing and a blue color around the mouth. Which diagnostic test will be ordered to determine the status of the client?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Pulmonary function tests (B) assess airway obstruction in acute asthma. CBC (A), allergy testing (C), and cortisol levels (D) are not immediate diagnostic tools.