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INBDE Integrated National Board Dental Exam Prep

Category - INBDE

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Which of the following statements is not true regarding chronic bronchitis?

it is caused by mucous hypersecretion in the bronchi and smaller airways
symptoms include a productive cough and wheezing
there is a decreased Reid index
you would expect to find an increased PO2

Explanation

Answer: C - There is an increased Reid index seen in patients afflicted with chronic bronchitis. The Reid index measures the ratio of mucous gland thickness to bronchial wall thickness.

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