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Respiratory Health and Treatment Quiz

#1

Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma?

Coughing
Explanation

A common symptom due to airway inflammation and constriction.

#2

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

Transport of oxygen to the cells
Explanation

Critical for oxygenation of tissues and removal of carbon dioxide.

#3

What is the term for the process of breathing out?

Expiration
Explanation

Release of carbon dioxide from the lungs.

#4

What is the medical term for the windpipe?

Trachea
Explanation

Conducts air between the larynx and bronchi.

#5

Which of the following is a condition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing?

Asthma
Explanation

Common chronic condition with variable severity.

#6

Which of the following diseases is characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes?

Bronchitis
Explanation

Inflammation leads to coughing and mucus production.

#7

What is the medical term for the voice box?

Larynx
Explanation

Essential for voice production and protection of airway during swallowing.

#8

What is the primary cause of pneumonia?

Bacteria
Explanation

Commonly caused by bacterial or viral infections.

#9

Which of the following is a common treatment for sleep apnea?

CPAP therapy
Explanation

Continuous positive airway pressure helps maintain open airways during sleep.

#10

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of chronic bronchitis?

Fever
Explanation

Typically presents with cough and excessive mucus production.

#11

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Regular exercise
Explanation

Exercise can improve lung function and decrease risk of COPD.

#12

What is the term for the medical procedure to remove fluid from the pleural space surrounding the lungs?

Thoracentesis
Explanation

Used to relieve pressure and obtain diagnostic samples.

#13

What is the term for the surgical procedure to remove part or all of a lung?

Pneumonectomy
Explanation

Done to treat lung cancer or severe lung disease.

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