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The respiratory portion of a medical exam reveals prolonged expiration. How should this situation be handled?
  1. Nothing needs to be done.
  2. The driver should not be certified.
  3. A detailed pulmonary function evaluation with a pulmonologist should be performed.
  4. The driver should be certified after a two-month waiting period.
Explanation
Answer: C - A detailed pulmonary function evaluation with a pulmonologist should be performed.

During a respiratory exam, a number of conditions can warrant a follow-up examination with a pulmonologist. Prolonged expiration is one such condition.
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