Bland aerosol therapy is indicated for which of the following conditions according to the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Clinical Practice Guideline: Bland Aerosol Administration?
I. upper airway edema
II. presence of a bypassed upper airway
III. need for sputum induction
IV. need to mobilize secretions

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According to the AARC Clinical Practice Guideline: Bland Aerosol Administration, bland aerosol therapy is indicated for upper airway edema, presence of a bypassed upper airway, need for sputum induction, and need to mobilize secretions. Therefore, the best choice is D, which includes all four options.

Bland Aerosol Therapy Is Indicated for Which of the Following