Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

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Question 4 :

A nurse is explaining to a client why COPD is often referred to as "obstructive." How should the nurse describe this aspect of the condition?

Incorrect. COPD primarily affects the airways and lung parenchyma, not blood vessels.

Correct. The term "obstructive" in COPD refers to the narrowing and obstruction of the airways, which leads to airflow limitation.

Incorrect. COPD is characterized by a decrease in lung elasticity, not an increase.

Incorrect. The weakening of the diaphragm is not typically described as the "obstructive" aspect of COPD.