#1
Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory system?
Regulation of body temperature
ExplanationNot directly involved in respiratory processes.
#2
Which structure in the respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange?
Alveoli
ExplanationSite of oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange in the lungs.
#3
What is the medical term for the voice box?
Larynx
ExplanationStructure containing the vocal cords.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for respiratory diseases?
Regular exercise
ExplanationRegular exercise actually reduces the risk.
#5
Which of the following conditions is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing?
Bronchitis
ExplanationInflammation of the bronchial tubes.
#6
What is the term for the process of breathing in and out?
Ventilation
ExplanationMovement of air in and out of the lungs.
#7
What is the normal respiratory rate for adults at rest?
10-15 breaths per minute
ExplanationTypical breathing rate when not engaged in physical activity.
#8
What term describes a condition characterized by difficulty breathing while lying flat?
Orthopnea
ExplanationBreathing difficulty experienced in a supine position.
#9
What does the term 'tidal volume' refer to?
The volume of air inspired or expired during normal breathing
ExplanationAmount of air moved in or out during a single breath cycle.
#10
What condition is characterized by the collapse of lung tissue, resulting in incomplete expansion of the affected lung?
Atelectasis
ExplanationPartial or complete collapse of a lung lobe.
#11
Which of the following is a common symptom of pneumonia?
Fever
ExplanationElevated body temperature often accompanies lung infection.
#12
What is the term for a sudden, severe episode of shortness of breath, often caused by exposure to an allergen or irritant?
Anaphylaxis
ExplanationLife-threatening allergic reaction leading to respiratory distress.
#13
Which of the following is a diagnostic tool used to assess lung function?
Pulmonary function test (PFT)
ExplanationMeasures lung capacity and airflow rates.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of asthma?
Hypertension
ExplanationHigh blood pressure is not typically associated with asthma.
#15
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing lung cancer?
Exposure to radon gas
ExplanationInhalation of radon gas increases lung cancer risk.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a type of lung cancer?
Melanoma
ExplanationMelanoma is a type of skin cancer, not lung cancer.
#17
Which of the following is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Wheezing
ExplanationWhistling sound during breathing due to narrowed airways.