The respiratory therapist (RT) who is assisting the pulmonologist during bronchoscopy should have medication cups of xylocaine, normal saline, and ________ ready before beginning the procedure.

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Samples usually are obtained quickly, so the RT must have an organized working surface with easily accessible supplies. Four medication cups should be available: 4% topical xylocaine, 2% topical xylocaine, 0.9% sodium chloride (NaCl), and a 1:19 solution of epinephrine.

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) Who Is Assisting the Pulmonologist During