NEET Previous Year Question

Which of the following disorders represents decrease in respiratory surface due to damaged alveolar walls?

Topic: NEET PYQ

Answer: C. Full step-by-step solution below.

  1. ABronchitis
  2. BAsthma
  3. CEmphysema
  4. DHypocapnia

Correct answer: C

Solution

(c) In emphysema, the alveolar walls are damaged and break down, causing a decrease in respiratory surface area and difficulty in gas exchange.

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