Which is a broad term to describe conditions of progressive,irreversible obstruction of expiratory airflow?
A) asthma
B) emphysema
C) bronchitis
D) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a broad term that encompasses conditions of progressive, irreversible obstruction of expiratory airflow, including emphysema and bronchitis. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that can also cause airflow obstruction, but it is not necessarily progressive or irreversible.

Which Is a Broad Term to Describe Conditions of Progressive,irreversible