Which of the following patients would benefit least from pulmonary rehabilitation?

a. Patient with chronic bronchitis
b. Patient with pulmonary emphysema
c. Patient with pulmonary fibrosis
d. Patient with malignant lung cancer


ANS: D
Indications for pulmonary rehabilitation are listed in Box 55-4.

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