Which condition is not a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
a. Bronchial asthma
b. Chronic bronchitis
c. Bacterial pneumonia
d. Pulmonary emphysema
C
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A Incorrect. COPD includes asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.
B Incorrect. COPD includes asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.
C Correct. Pneumonia, an acute pulmonary infection, is not a chronic obstructive lung disorder.
D Incorrect. COPD includes asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.
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