The Nurse Is Performing a Physical Assessment of a Client

The nurse is performing a physical assessment of a client who reports a sore throat and stuffy nose. The nurse notes a red inflamed throat and slight fever which supports the diagnosis of strep throat. Which test would be ordered to confirm this diagnosis?

A) Bronchoalveolar lavage
B) Pulmonary function test
C) Throat culture
D) Sputum specimen