Aims and objectives
By working through this case you will:
- Be able to identify the main structures within the thorax
- Have some knowledge of the physiology of breathing
- Have a greater knowledge of the clinical features of common respiratory disorders
- Be able to interpret spirometry and know the differences between obstructive and restrictive lung disorders
- Be able to identify different structures on a chest x-ray
- Have a greater knowledge of non-pharmacological and pharmacological strategies used to treat respiratory disorders
Resources and Reading Material