Which of the following is not true of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
A) It is a disease process that decreases the ability of the lungs to perform their ventilatory function.
B) It can result from many disorders such as emphysema or chronic asthma.
C) It is also called chronic obstructive lung disease.
D) It is an inherited disease generally characterized by infection and disorders of other organs.

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is not primarily an inherited disease; it is mainly caused by long-term exposure to irritating gases or particulate matter, most often from cigarette smoke. While there are genetic factors that can make an individual more susceptible to COPD, such as alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, it is not correct to characterize COPD as generally an inherited disease characterized by infection and disorders of other organs.

Which of the Following Is Not True of Chronic Obstructive