What effect would a substantial left-sided CDH have on pulmonary function test findings?

a. A restrictive pulmonary disorder
b. An obstructive pulmonary disorder
c. An equally restrictive and obstructive disorder
d. A restrictive disorder with increased DLCO

A
A CDH manifests itself clinically as a restrictive pulmonary disorder because the displaced abdominal organs limits lung expansion and result in reduced lung volumes.

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

Which of the following is considered a pregnancy complication?

A. If it influences the manner in which the woman is treated B. If it threatens the health of the woman C. If it threatens the pregnant state D. All of these

Health Professions

Intermittent pressure to the right lower extremity __________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Health Professions