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Which characteristic describes restrictive lung disease?
  1. Lung tissue is fibrotic and dysfunctional, limiting the lungs’ ability to expand
  2. Lung tissue is normal, but air flow is restricted
  3. Lung tissue is normal, but obstructed by mucus
  4. Lung tissue is necrotic and respiratory therapy is imminent
Explanation
Answer - A - Restrictive lung disease is described as lung tissue is fibrotic and dysfunctional, limiting the lungs’ ability to expand. This encompasses several conditions, such as pulmonary fibrosis and asbestosis. These conditions impose limitation in cardiovascular training.
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