The Following Data Are Obtained from a Subject Complaining of Shortness

Multiple Choice

The following data are obtained from a subject complaining of shortness of breath: Which of the following statements would be most correct regarding the data?

A) The data are consistent with obstructive lung disease.
B) The data are consistent with normal lung function.
C) Isolated reduction in DLCO is consistent with pulmonary vascular disease.
D) DLCO data should be questioned because the V_A is significantly larger than the TLC.