During a pre-operative evaluation, bedside spirometry results are as follows: FVC 88% of predicted, FEV1 85% of predicted, FEV1/FVC 82% of predicted and FEF25-75 81% of predicted. How should the respiratory therapist interpret these results?
A. a mild restrictive disorder
B. a mild obstructive disorder
C. normal lung function
D. mixed obstructive/restrictive disorder
Answer: C. normal lung function
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