Which of the following residents of a long-term care facility is most likely to be exhibiting the signs and symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
A) A 79-year-old lifetime smoker who is complaining of shortness of breath and pain on deep inspiration
B) An 81-year-old smoker who has increased exercise intolerance, a fever, and increased white blood cells
C) An 81-year-old male who has a productive cough and recurrent respiratory infections
D) An 88-year-old female who experiences acute shortness of breath and airway constriction when exposed to tobacco smoke
Ans:
C
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Productive cough and recurrent respiratory infections are associated with COPD, while pain, fever, and increased white cells are not common signs and symptoms of COPD. Acute shortness of breath and bronchoconstriction are associated with asthma.
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