The inability to get air out of the lungs is known as ________.
A)Hyperinflation
B)Bronchospasm
C)COPD
D)Gas trapping

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Gas trapping is the accumulation of air in the lungs that cannot be fully exhaled. This is a common problem in patients with COPD which can lead to hyperinflation and further respiratory distress. Bronchospasm involves the constriction of airway muscles, while COPD is a chronic lung disease characterized by poor airflow and difficulty breathing.

The Inability to Get Air Out of the Lungs Is