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examples of obstructive disorders

COPD, asthma, cystic fibrosis.

examples of restrictive disorders

interstitial lung disease, sarcoidosis.

the majority patients with lung disease have abnormal forced exhalation

True

whats FEV1

the volume of gas exhaled in 1 sec by a forced expiration from a full/max inhalation. Signup and view all the answers

whats vital capacity-define

total volume of gas that can be exhaled after a full inspiration. Signup and view all the answers

what does FER suggest if its below 0.8

it suggests the airway is constricted. Signup and view all the answers

whats FER

forced expiratory ratio, FEV1/FVC Signup and view all the answers

3 features of obstructive disorder (COPD, emphysema, asthma, cystic fibrosis)..

1- narrowed airway. 2- air is exhaled more slowly than normal. 3- residual volume may be higher than normal. Signup and view all the answers

3 features of restrictive disorder such as pulmonary fibrosis.

1- restrict the expansion of the lungs. 2- may be caused by the stiffness of the lungs or chest wall, damaged nerves. Signup and view all the answers

what volumes. decrease or increase with obstructive respiratory diseases

increases TLC and RV, and FRC. decrease FVC. Signup and view all the answers