Mike's wheezing and shortness of breath is due to asthma, and obstructive pulmonary disease. Do the following data tend to confirm asthma? FEV1 = 55%; FVC = 65%. (Assume that Mike and the doctor have performed an accurate test.)
A. No. These are abnormally low and one would not expect that with asthma.
B. Yes. These are normal values and one would expect that with asthma.
C. Yes. One would expect decreased FEV1 and FVC values, such as these with asthma.
D. No. These are normal values and one would expect decreased values.
Answer: C. Yes. One would expect decreased FEV1 and FVC values, such as these with asthma.
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