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1. The chest radiograph appears relatively unchanged
The repeat chest radiograph appears relatively unchanged. Mild perihilar infiltration may again be present, although even more difficult to appreciate on the repeat radiograph as the lung volumes are improved compared with the presentation chest radiograph (Figure 1); the repeat chest radiograph is arguably normal. No areas of consolidation are present and no pleural effusion is seen. The heart and mediastinal contours appear normal.
The patient was slightly more tachypneic (respiratory rate = 20 / minute) than his previous presentation, and he still complained of nausea and vomiting. The patient was admitted for presumed dehydration owing to his respiratory illness.
Which of the following courses of action is the most appropriate next step for the management of this patient? (Click on the correct answer to be directed to the fifth of fourteen pages)