Pulmonary Physiology& PFT
I am reduced in ILD due to thickened alveolar-capillary membrane. What am I?
DLCO
Describe chronic ABG findings in obesity hypoventilation
Respiratory acidosis with metabolic compensation
I produce a reduced FEV1/FVC with normal TLC because expiratory flow limitation occurs early, before hyperinflation develops. What am I?
Small airways disease
I explain hypoxemia in advanced ILD that responds poorly to supplemental oxygen. What am I?
What is right-to-left shunt?
According to ATS/ERS standards, which spirometric value determines the severity of airflow obstruction?
Percent-predicted FEV₁ after bronchodilator