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What are the key indicators for COPD in the given case?
What are the key indicators for COPD in the given case?
- Excessive mucous production and dyspnea at rest (correct)
- Hyperplasia of mucus glands and inflammation
- Destruction of the acinar walls and diminished gas exchange
- Cough and smooth muscle hypertrophy
What is the pathophysiology of chronic bronchitis in COPD?
What is the pathophysiology of chronic bronchitis in COPD?
- Destruction of the acinar walls
- Hyperplasia of mucus glands and smooth muscle hypertrophy (correct)
- Diminished gas exchange
- Excessive mucous production and cough
What is the predominant symptom in emphysema?
What is the predominant symptom in emphysema?
- Dyspnea at rest (correct)
- Cough
- Smooth muscle hypertrophy
- Excessive mucous production
What is the main cause of airflow obstruction in COPD?
What is the main cause of airflow obstruction in COPD?
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