A patient has restrictive lung disease. In response to this, which of the following are typically found?
1) Decreased lung compliance
2) Increased ventilatory rate
3) Increased tidal volume
4) Decreased ventilatory rate
A)3, 4
B)2, 3
C)1, 2
D)1, 3, 4

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Restrictive lung disease is characterized by decreased lung compliance, making it harder for the lungs to expand. This leads to an increased ventilatory rate as the body attempts to meet its oxygen demands despite the reduced lung volume.

A Patient Has Restrictive Lung Disease