Explain the normal DLCO in this patient with restrictive lung disorder? Vignette: A morbidly obese (380 lb) individual presents to the emergency department in respiratory distress. ABGs show a PCO2 of 50 mm Hg, a PO2 of 55 mm Hg, and a pH of 7.22. CXR films are unremarkable, no evidence of emphysema, tumor, fibrosis, pulmonary infarction, or other disease. Auscultation reveals a rapid but regular heartbeat. Lungs are CTA Read testimonials from our students at usmleagle #usmle #usmleagle
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