Interpretation of Pulmonary Function Tests

2. Pulmonary Function Testing. Clin. Chest Med. vol. 10, June 1989. 3. Textbook of Respiratory Medicine, Murray JF & Nadel JA eds. 1994, pgs 798-893. Answers: 1. This patient has emphysema. His FEV1/FVC ratio is < 70% which indicates obstruction. His FEV1 is < 34% of predicted which indicates very severe obstruction. ................
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