Which of the following pathological changes in lung function is a result of excess soft tissue in the abdominal wall,forcing the diaphragm upward at rest?

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Excess soft tissue in the abdominal wall exerts pressure on the abdominal contents,forcing the diaphragm up to a higher resting position.This shift results in decreased lung expansion and early closure of the small airways and alveoli,especially at the bases or the dependent regions of the lung.

Which of the Following Pathological Changes in Lung Function Is