The Following Data Are Obtained from a Subject Complaining of Shortness

question 8

Multiple Choice

The following data are obtained from a subject complaining of shortness of breath: Which of the following statements would be most correct regarding the data?

• A) The data are consistent with obstructive lung disease.
• B) The data are consistent with normal lung function.
• C) Isolated reduction in DLCO is consistent with pulmonary vascular disease.
• D) DLCO data should be questioned because the V_A is significantly larger than the TLC.