What Is the Major Mechanism of Airflow Limitation in a Patient

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is the major mechanism of airflow limitation in a patient diagnosed with emphysema?

• A) Excessive mucus production
• B) Loss of elastic recoil
• C) Infection and inflammation
• D) Airway edema

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