1)How inflammation of the irritated airway would restrict airflow? 2)Explain how smooth muscle spasm would restrict airflow? 3)Which medications are commonly used to treat asthma?How do these medications aid the person to breathe easier

Select the FALSE statement/s: OA) Residual volume is higher in obstructive pulmonary disease than in restrictive pulmonary diseases O B) Expiratory volume is lower in obstructive pulmonary disease than in restrictive pulmonary diseases OC) Rib cage deformities will cause restrictive pulmonary disease OD) All of the above O E) None of the above

Mr. Chan is admitted to the emergency unit with shortness of breath. He had similar symptoms approximately 1 year ago with a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation requiring hospitalization. (a)  What is obstructive lung disease? How does it affect the oxygen and carbon dioxide content in the arterial blood?  (b)  Describe how the obstructive lung disease can be diagnosed by the spirometer. (c)  Mr. Chan’s lungs show a progressive destruction that is a form of COPD. (i) What is the name of the lung disease describing this form of COPD?  (ii) Describe and explain the change in lung compliance, airway resistance and pulmonary ventilation.  (d) Give one COPD exacerbation that Mr. Chan may experience. How can it affect pulmonary function?

A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed oxygen therapy. The nurse understands that oxygen therapy is primarily aimed at: a) Decreasing airway inflammation b) Improving gas exchange and relieving hypoxemia c) Preventing bronchospasm d) Reducing mucus production.