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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following pulmonary function testing values would be found in a patient with severe, obstructive bronchiectasis?
 
  a. Decreased RV/TLC ratio
  b. Increased PEFR
  c. Increased FEF25-75
  d. Decreased FEF25-75

Question 2

In the absence of surgery or trauma, what does the presence of blood in the pleural fluid most likely signify?
 
  a. Malignant disease
  b. Fungal disease
  c. Chylothorax
  d. Tuberculosis


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A decreased FEF25-75 would be found because the patient's secretions will reduce expiratory air flow. Air trapping will result in an increased RV/TLC ratio. PEFR will be reduced because of airway secretions.

Answer to Question 2

A
In the absence of trauma or surgery, blood in the pleural fluid most likely results from malignant disease. A pulmonary embolization and infarction may also cause blood in the pleural fluid.


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