2 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD is a

Last updated: 7/11/2023

2 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD is a progressive lung condition in which lung tissue is damaged primarily by long term inhalation of harmful particles chemicals or gases This results in inflammation and narrowing of the airways a breakdown of the lung tissue and in some cases replacement of damaged lung tissue with fibrous scar tissue Patients often have difficulty exhaling and retain excess air in the lungs even after full exhalation leaving less room for air during inhalation and causing enlargement of the thorax Based on the information gathered above identify the individual who likely has COPD Explain how the information and results of the spirometry testing support this decision