Which of the following pulmonary function values are likely to be found in a patient with kyphoscoliosis?
1) Normal or decreased Vt
2) Normal or increased PEFR
3) Decreased VC
4) Decreased FVC

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Kyphoscoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine, can lead to reduced chest expansion and decreased compliance of the lung tissue. Thus, a decrease in VC and FVC is expected. The tidal volume (Vt) may be normal or decreased due to decreased chest expansion. The increased PEFR would not be expected in a patient with kyphoscoliosis.

Which of the Following Pulmonary Function Values Are Likely to Be