What medical problems are suggested by Mr. Jones' medical history?
a. Chronic bronchitis
b. Emphysema
c. Occupational asthma
d. Obstructive bronchiectasis
ANS: A
Mr. Jones' medical history suggests chronic bronchitis exacerbated by a respiratory infection such as acute bronchitis, flu, or pneumonia. Chronic bronchitis is defined in clinical terms as a condi-tion in which chronic productive cough is present for at least 3 months per year for at least 2 consecutive years.
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