Factors influencing pulmonary compliance – Physiology MCQ

Pulmonary compliance is not decreased in?

A. COPD
B. Decreased surfactant production
C. Pulmonary congestion
D. Pulmonary fibrosis

Correct answer : A. COPD

Pulmonary compliance is increased in emphysema (a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). In the other 3 conditions ( Decreased surfactant production, Pulmonary congestion and Pulmonary fibrosis), the pulmonary compliance is decreased.

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