Which findings confirm a diagnosis of copd

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A client presents with complaints of worsening shortness of breath over the past six months. History of smoking for 40 years, chronic cough with sputum production, reports limitations in daily activities due to breathlessness, and overall decreased quality of life. Reports one moderate exacerbation this past year without hospitalization, managed with an albuterol inhaler, oral corticosteroids, and antibiotics. Current vital signs are BP 134/86, P 90, R 22, SpO2 94% on room air, heart rate regular with no gallops, lungs clear to auscultation and diminished in bases. No acute respiratory distress. Note: You will not have another attempt on this question if you navigate away. Please take your time answering this question before moving forward. Confirming a Diagnosis The nurse practitioner (NP) refers to the GOLD ABE assessment tool (GOLD, 2024, fig. 2.10) to confirm a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) diagnosis. Which findings confirm a diagnosis of COPD?

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