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PFT Exam Questions and Answers 100% Verified Measurement of lung volumes (TLC) is indicated: A) To assess response to exercise training B) Whenever simple spirometry is performed C) To diagnose restrictive lung disease D) When hypoxemia is suspected Correct Answer-C

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Measurement of lung volumes (TLC) is indicated:

A) To assess response to exercise training

B) Whenever simple spirometry is performed

C) To diagnose restrictive lung disease

D) When hypoxemia is suspected Correct Answer-C



Arterial blood gases would be indicated in which of the following patients?

A) An adult with exercise induced bronchospasm

B) An adult with a suspected shunt

C) An adolescent with myasthenia gravis

D) An obese child Correct Answer-B



A 60 year old male complains of dyspnea on exertion and when lying in bed; his
FEV1 and FVC are within normal limits. These symptoms are most consistent
with which of the following?

A) Emphysema

B) CHF

C) Sarcoidosis

D) Interstitial pulmonary fibrosis Correct Answer-B

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Which of the following diseases often result in an obstructive pattern when
spirometry is performed?

1. Asthma

2. Emphysema

3. Bronchiolitis obliterans

4. Silicosis

A) 1, 2, 3

B) 1, 3, 4

C) 2, 3, 4

D) 2 and 4 only Correct Answer-A



The most effective treatment for mild or moderate asthma is:

A) B2 agonist bronchodilators

B) Leukotriene receptor antagonists

C) Inhaled corticosteroids

D) IgE blockers Correct Answer-C

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Which of the following should a pulmonary function technologist do before
performing spirometry?

A) Administer an anticholinergic bronchodilator

B) Ask the patient their current height and weight

C) Demonstrate how to correctly perform the test maneuver

D) Explain that they will be required to perform three maneuvers Correct
Answer-C



Which of the following would be indicated for a patient who complains of
dyspnea on exertion and chest tightness?

A) Diffusing capacity (DLCO)

B) Cardiopulmonary exercise test

C) Metabolic Study

D) Exhaled Nitric Oxide (eNO) Correct Answer-B



Which of the following diseases is characterized by granulomatous changes and
fibrosis in the lungs?

A) Asthma

B) Cystic Fibrosis

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C) Emphysema

D) Sarcoidosis Correct Answer-D



Pulmonary function testing is usually contraindicated in which of the following
conditions?

A) Amyotropic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

B) Eisenmengers syndrome

C) Myasthenia gravis

D) Untreated pneumothorax Correct Answer-D



Which of the following describes an appropriate physical measurement taken
before pulmonary function testing?

A) Actual body weight should be measured to calculate predicted values

B) Standing height without shoes should be measured to the nearest cm

C) Arm span instead of height should be measured in children under 12

D) Sitting height x 1.32 may be used for patients who cannot stand Correct
Answer-B

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