In the light of the information tabulated below, what can you say about this patient?
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| Pre-B.D. | Post-B.D. | % Predicted | % Change | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEV1 | 1 100 | 1 040 | 35.6 | 0 |
| FVC | 2 310 | 2 580 | 70.7 | |
| FEV1/FVC (%) | 47.4 | 40.2 |
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