What might be the cause of the acute shortness of breath

Reference no: EM133616075

A known COPD patient presents with sudden onset of shortness of breath that is "much worse" than normal and feels different from the COPD. Auscultation reveals diminished breath sounds on the right. What might be the cause of the acute shortness of breath? What underlying pathophysiology is likely responsible for the problem?

Reference no: EM133616075

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