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What is the major cause of airflow limitation in COPD?
What is the major cause of airflow limitation in COPD?
- Excessive mucus production
- Alveolar macrophage dysfunction
- Chronic inflammation causing tissue damage (correct)
- Reduced ciliary function
Which of the following contributes to pulmonary hypertension in COPD?
Which of the following contributes to pulmonary hypertension in COPD?
- Alveolar macrophage dysfunction
- Reduced ciliary function
- Excessive mucus production
- Thickened vessel lining and smooth muscle hypertrophy (correct)
What is the characteristic feature of chronic bronchitis?
What is the characteristic feature of chronic bronchitis?
- Excessive mucus production
- Alveolar macrophage dysfunction
- Reduced ciliary function
- Cough and sputum production for at least 3 months in each of 2 consecutive years (correct)
What happens to the bronchial airways in chronic bronchitis?
What happens to the bronchial airways in chronic bronchitis?
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Why are patients with chronic bronchitis more susceptible to respiratory infections?
Why are patients with chronic bronchitis more susceptible to respiratory infections?
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