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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in acute exacerbation was examined in this case study. The patient had a history of chronic smoking which damaged their airways and lungs over time. During the acute exacerbation, the patient experienced increased difficulty breathing, coughing, chest pain, and low oxygen levels. Laboratory tests found elevated white blood cells, pneumonia in the lower lungs, and respiratory alkalosis. The symptoms and lab results indicated an acute infection and inflammation was

Author

Charmaine Kayzhel Umali

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EN