Which of the following is correct for clinical use of respiratory volumes?
A. A low FEV1 is indicative of restrictive pulmonary disease.
B. A high FEV1 is indicative of restrictive pulmonary disease.
C. A low FVC is indicative of obstructive pulmonary disease.
D. A low FVC is indicative of restrictive pulmonary disease.
Answer: D. A low FVC is indicative of restrictive pulmonary disease.
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