In Which of the Following Conditions Is Total Lung Capacity

question 19

Multiple Choice

In which of the following conditions is total lung capacity (TLC) always reduced?

• A)restrictive lung disease
• B)obstructive lung disease
• C)combined restrictive and obstructive disease
• D)acute airways obstruction

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Definitions:

Periosteum

The periosteum is a thick layer of blood-rich connective tissue surrounding the bones, excluding the joint areas.

Trabeculae

A network of supporting fibrous or muscular strands in organs, notably seen in the structure of spongy bone and certain organs like the spleen.

Spongy Bone

Spongy bone, also known as cancellous bone, is a porous type of bone found at the ends of long bones and in the inner layers of short, flat, and irregular bones, characterized by a lattice-like structure of trabeculae.

Compact Bone

Dense, hard tissue that forms the outer layer of bones, providing strength, structure, and the ability to withstand stresses.