36. In patients with asthma, narrowing of the bronchi makes…

36. In patients with asthma, narrowing of the bronchi makes it difficult for them to inhale but significantly more difficult to exhale. Narrowing of the bronchi may be caused by inflammation, bronchospasms or a reversible airflow obstruction. Which of the following characteristics are present with extrinsic asthma? Environmental Triggers Systemic IgE Local IgE A. Yes Yes No B. Yes No No C. No Yes Yes D. No No Yes

1. Mr. Cheeseman is a 55-year-old man. He has been a pack a…

1. Mr. Cheeseman is a 55-year-old man. He has been a pack a day smoker since the age of 20. He undergoes a pulmonary function test. Which of the following changes are most consistent with his diagnosis of emphysema? FEV1 FEV1/FVC A. Low High B. Low Low C. High High D. High Low