Asthmatic with shortness of breath and wheezing


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Abstract:  This is a 43 year old female who presented complaining of symptoms similar to her usual asthma exacerbation. This consisted of shortness of breath and wheezing.
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Question Text

Which of the following is the most common radiographic finding in
the acute setting of this disease?
 

Answers
 Answer: Atelectasis 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: Mucoid impaction (bronchocele) 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: Consolidation 
Correct Answer? 
Yes
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 Answer: Pleural Effusion 
Correct Answer? 
No
 
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