#1
Which of the following is a primary function of the respiratory system?
Transporting oxygen to cells
ExplanationRespiratory system transports oxygen to cells.
#2
What is the term for the tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs?
Alveoli
ExplanationAlveoli are the tiny air sacs in lungs where gas exchange occurs.
#3
What is the normal respiratory rate for an adult at rest?
10-15 breaths per minute
ExplanationNormal respiratory rate for an adult at rest is 10-15 breaths per minute.
#4
Which respiratory condition is characterized by the permanent enlargement of air sacs in the lungs?
Emphysema
ExplanationEmphysema is characterized by permanent enlargement of air sacs in lungs.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of respiratory distress?
Bradycardia
ExplanationBradycardia is not a symptom of respiratory distress.
#6
Which condition is characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes, leading to difficulty breathing?
Asthma
ExplanationAsthma is characterized by bronchial inflammation and breathing difficulty.
#7
What is the medical term for the cessation of breathing during sleep?
Apnea
ExplanationApnea refers to the cessation of breathing during sleep.
#8
What is the term for the process of gas exchange in the lungs?
Respiration
ExplanationGas exchange in the lungs is termed respiration.
#9
Which of the following respiratory diseases is caused by exposure to asbestos?
Asbestosis
ExplanationAsbestosis is caused by exposure to asbestos.
#10
Which respiratory disorder is characterized by the sudden onset of fever, chills, productive cough, and chest pain?
Pneumonia
ExplanationPneumonia is characterized by sudden onset of fever, chills, cough, and chest pain.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a method of oxygen delivery used in respiratory therapy?
Intravenous injection
ExplanationIntravenous injection is not a method used in respiratory therapy for oxygen delivery.
#12
What is the primary goal of oxygen therapy?
To improve oxygen delivery to tissues
ExplanationPrimary goal of oxygen therapy is to improve oxygen delivery to tissues.
#13
Which of the following respiratory treatments involves administering medication directly into the lungs?
Inhalation therapy
ExplanationAdministering medication directly into lungs is inhalation therapy.
#14
Which of the following is a complication of prolonged mechanical ventilation?
Pneumonia
ExplanationPneumonia is a complication of prolonged mechanical ventilation.
#15
What is the term for the process of removing carbon dioxide from the blood and replacing it with oxygen?
Ventilation
ExplanationProcess of removing carbon dioxide from blood and replacing it with oxygen is ventilation.