Image Based Question-67745

Underlying respiratory disorder based on breathing type as shown in the picture below is ?

A. Bronchogenic carcinoma.

B. TB.

C. COPD.

D. Pneumoconioses.

Correct Answer » C Explanation

The condition shown in the picture above represents Pursed-lip breathing.

Pursed lip breathing (PLB) is a breathing technique that consists of exhaling through tightly pressed (pursed lips) and inhaling through the nose with the mouth closed. Underlying respiratory disorder based on it is COPD.