A patient complaining of shortness of breath with exercise has the following pre/post bronchodilator results. Which is the most meaningful indicator that a bronchodilator is effective? A.  Patient reports the maneuver is easier after the bronchodilator B.  15% improvement in FEV1 C.  10% improvement in FEV1/FVC%. D.  9% improvement in FVC

Which of the following pre/post bronchodilator pulmonary function test results is the most meaningful in suggesting that a bronchodilator is indicated? A.  FEV1 increases by 150 mL B.  FEF 200-1200 increases by 17% C.  FEV1.0/FVC % increases by 10%. D.  FVC increases from 2.5 L to 2.6 L

Question 9 of 20Which of the following is not a benefit of improved cardio-respiratory fitness?A.Risk of heart disease decreases.B.Resting blood pressure goes down.C.Arteries grow bigger.D.Slower post-exercise recovery time.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Multiple Choice Question______ is a(n) ______ in bronchiole diameter that reduces air flow.Multiple choice question.Bronchodilation; increaseBronchoconstriction; decreaseBronchodilation; decreaseBronchoconstriction; increase

What factor would primarily increase air resistance in the lungs?AlternativesYou selected C when answering this questionThe contributor suggests B is the correct optionOPTION ALTERNATIVE FIRSTANSWERS CONFIRMEDANSWERSA Decreased surface tension1 (12.50%)1 (50.00%)B Increased bronchial smooth muscle tone3 (37.50%)1 (50.00%)C Increased compliance2 (25.00%)0 (0.00%)D Reduced mucus production1 (12.50%)0 (0.00%)E Increased production of surfactant

The diagnosis of respiratory function in asthma bronchiale includes:a. FEV1 increases by 12% but by a minimum of 200mL after 400 microgram salbutamol in case of airway obstructionb, For normal respiratory function, FEV1 decreases by 20% for bronchial challengec, In case of normal respiratory function and exercise-induced asthma, 15 minutes after exercise, FEV1 decreases by 15%d. diffusion capacity <80% of the reference value in CFE V n <80