Which of the following diseases make up chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
A)emphysema,chronic bronchitis,and asthma
B)emphysema,tuberculosis,and cystic fibrosis
C)chronic bronchitis,tuberculosis,and pulmonary fibrosis
D)tuberculosis,cystic fibrosis,and asthma
E)pulmonary fibrosis,asthma,and cystic fibrosis

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COPD is a condition that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Asthma is sometimes considered a component of COPD as well, although it is a separate respiratory condition. Tuberculosis, cystic fibrosis, and pulmonary fibrosis are not typically included in the definition of COPD.

Which of the Following Diseases Make Up Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary