Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ( 35 Questions)
Incorrect. While cough and sputum production are common in COPD, shortness of breath is the hallmark symptom.
Incorrect. Severe chest pain during deep breaths is not a hallmark symptom of COPD; it may suggest other conditions.
Correct. Shortness of breath, particularly during physical activity, is a characteristic symptom of COPD due to impaired lung function.
Incorrect. A high fever and chills are not typical symptoms of COPD but may be associated with other respiratory or infectious conditions.
A) Incorrect. While cough and sputum production are common in COPD, shortness of breath is the hallmark symptom.
B) Incorrect. Severe chest pain during deep breaths is not a hallmark symptom of COPD; it may suggest other conditions.
C) Correct. Shortness of breath, particularly during physical activity, is a characteristic symptom of COPD due to impaired lung function.
D) Incorrect. A high fever and chills are not typical symptoms of COPD but may be associated with other respiratory or infectious conditions.