Which of the Following Is a Chronic Condition of the Respiratory

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a chronic condition of the respiratory system that is the second leading cause of hospital admissions in this country?

• A)COPD
• B)Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
• C)Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)
• D)Pulmonary embolism (PE)

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