#1
Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory system?
Blood filtration
ExplanationRespiratory system primarily deals with gas exchange, not blood filtration.
#2
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
Dyspnea
ExplanationDyspnea refers to difficulty or labored breathing.
#3
Which of the following is a common symptom of chronic bronchitis?
Persistent cough
ExplanationChronic bronchitis often presents with a persistent cough.
#4
What is the main cause of lung cancer?
Exposure to tobacco smoke
ExplanationTobacco smoke exposure is the primary cause of lung cancer.
#5
What is the term for the process of breathing out air from the lungs?
Expiration
ExplanationExpiration is the process of breathing out air from the lungs.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Regular exercise
ExplanationRegular exercise is actually beneficial for COPD, not a risk factor.
#7
What is the primary treatment for asthma?
Corticosteroids
ExplanationCorticosteroids help reduce inflammation in asthma.
#8
Which respiratory condition is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness?
Asthma
ExplanationAsthma is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways.
#9
What is the medical term for the accumulation of excess fluid in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing?
Pulmonary edema
ExplanationPulmonary edema refers to fluid accumulation in the lungs.
#10
Which of the following respiratory diseases is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Tuberculosis
ExplanationTuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
#11
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the collapse of one or more areas of the lung?
Pneumothorax
ExplanationPneumothorax is the collapse of lung tissue due to air in the chest cavity.