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Which of the following best describes emphysema?
Which of the following best describes emphysema?
- A normal size of the air spaces proximal to the terminal non-respiratory bronchiole
- An abnormal enlargement of the air spaces proximal to the terminal non-respiratory bronchiole
- An abnormal enlargement of the air spaces distal to the terminal non-respiratory bronchiole (correct)
- A normal size of the air spaces distal to the terminal non-respiratory bronchiole
What is the main histological feature of emphysema?
What is the main histological feature of emphysema?
- Destruction of alveolar walls (correct)
- Bronchiole inflammation
- Airway smooth muscle hypertrophy
- Alveolar wall thickening
Which of the following is a common cause of emphysema?
Which of the following is a common cause of emphysema?
- Asthma
- Smoking (correct)
- Lung cancer
- Chronic bronchitis
What is the definition of COPD?
What is the definition of COPD?
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Which organization defines emphysema as an anatomic alteration of the lung?
Which organization defines emphysema as an anatomic alteration of the lung?
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