According to ATS recommendations,the range and accuracy for a diagnostic spirometer should be which of the following? A) 0 to 14 L with less than 1.5 cm H₂O/L/sec resistance B) 0.5 to 8 L ± 3% of reading or ± 0.05 L,whichever is greater C) 0.5 to 6 L ± 5% of reading or ± 0.1 L,whichever is greater D) 0.1 to 5 L ± 3% of reading or ± 0.05 L,whichever is greater

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The ATS (American Thoracic Society) recommends that a diagnostic spirometer should have a volume range of 0.5 to 8 liters and an accuracy of ± 3% of the reading or ± 0.05 liters, whichever is greater. This ensures that the spirometer is precise enough for clinical diagnostics.

According to ATS Recommendations,the Range and Accuracy for a Diagnostic