Question

While she is examining the chest X-ray of a patient who is having
breathing difficulties, Isla makes sure to examine the image for the
patient's diaphragm. Isla can see the diaphragm but notes that instead
of curving up towards the lungs, it has more of a flat shape. What
could this information be telling Isla about her patient's condition?
O The patient has suffered from untreated asthma for many years.
O It could be telling Isla to order emergency treatment for her patient with
pneumoperitoneum.
O This might indicate that her patient is infected with tuberculosis.
O Isla might suspect that her patient suffers from COPD.

Answer 1

Answer: Isla might suspect that her patient suffers from COPD

Explanation:

A chest X-Ray image of COPD patients may reveal enlarged lungs, a flattened diaphragm, or potentially dangerous air pockets in the lungs. The diaphragm may appear flattened in the chest as a result of hyperinflation as the lungs push against the diaphragm forcing it downward.