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Which characteristic is typical of Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD (Emphysema predominant)?
Which characteristic is typical of Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD (Emphysema predominant)?
- Presence of crepitations
- Elevated diaphragm on chest X-ray
- Normal PaCO2 indicates severe obstruction (correct)
- Barrel-shaped chest on chest X-ray
What is the recommended treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency as a cause of early COPD?
What is the recommended treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency as a cause of early COPD?
- Inhaled bronchodilators
- Oxygen therapy
- IV alpha-1 antitrypsin (correct)
- Oral corticosteroids
What is the average decrease in FEV1 per year for female ex-smokers?
What is the average decrease in FEV1 per year for female ex-smokers?
- $22$ ml (correct)
- $66$ ml
- $54$ ml
- $30$ ml
What is the cause of dead space ventilation in Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD?
What is the cause of dead space ventilation in Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD?
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Which condition may indicate chronic bronchitis-type COPD?
Which condition may indicate chronic bronchitis-type COPD?
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What is the average decrease in FEV1 per year for male ex-smokers?
What is the average decrease in FEV1 per year for male ex-smokers?
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What is the cause of dead space ventilation in Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD?
What is the cause of dead space ventilation in Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD?
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Which characteristic is not typical of Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD?
Which characteristic is not typical of Type A (Pink Puffer) COPD?
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Which condition may indicate emphysema-predominant COPD?
Which condition may indicate emphysema-predominant COPD?
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What is the recommended treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency as a cause of early COPD?
What is the recommended treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency as a cause of early COPD?
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