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Interpret the following CXR. 

Optimus Prime presents to the ED with increased HR and RR. Patient Interview reveals chest pain, decreased chest expansion, dyspnea, and dry cough. Exam reveals dull percussion note, diminished breath sounds on the left side, and displaced heart sounds. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

How would a patient’s sleep apnea be classified if their sleep study revealed 28 AHI’s?

Usual Interstitial Pneumonia (UIP) is commonly referred to as:

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is useful in the management of the patient with obstructive sleep apnea because it: 

Malignant tumors: 1. invade surrounding tissues. 2. grow slowly. 3. cause necrosis. 4. may be metastatic.

Chest assessment findings in a patient with ILD would include: 1. pleural friction rub. 2. increased vocal fremitus. 3. vesicular breath sounds. 4. hyperresonant percussion note.

What is the most common cause of a pleural effusion?

Interpret the PFT 

Owen Grady presents to the pulmonary clinic with pinpoint nodules throughout the lungs. He has a non productive cough, distended jugular vein, and digital clubbing. Mr. Grady lives with his wife on Smith Lake. He is a retired explosive engineer for the local mining quarry. His wife is still working as the companies secretary. They have 3 grown children with 6 grandkids. He admitts to casual drinking and No smoking or drug use. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?