A neonate is reported to have classic Stage IV BPD with emphysematous lung changes. What pulmonary function test finding(s) would confirm this?

1. Increased RV/TLC ratio
2. Increased FRC
3. Decreased VC
4. Increased RV
a. 3
b. 1, 2
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 4

D
Emphysematous lung changes would cause overinflation and be identified by an increased RV/TLC ratio, an increased functional residual capacity (FRC), and increased residual volume (RV).

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A) dehydration B) diarrhea C) acute pancreatitis D) alcoholism

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Which of the following are causes of metabolic alkalosis?          I. Hypochloremia       II. Excessive vomiting      III. Severe diarrhea      IV. Diuretic therapy

A. I, II, and III only B. I, II, III, and IV C. II and III only D. I, II, and IV only

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