Which investigation best confirms Community-acquired pneumonia?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Chest radiograph
- Step 1: The test that best confirms Community-acquired pneumonia is: chest radiograph.
Answer
Chest radiograph.
Why not the others: 'Spirometry': it assesses airflow limitation and cannot confirm infection. 'CT pulmonary angiography': it looks for emboli. 'Sputum acid-fast smear': it looks for tuberculosis.
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