Respiratory System and Asthma Quiz

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#1

Which organ is primarily responsible for gas exchange in the respiratory system?

Bronchi
Trachea
Alveoli
Bronchioles
#2

What is the medical term for difficulty in breathing?

Dyspnea
Hypoxia
Tachypnea
Apnea
#3

What is the term for the process of breathing air into the lungs?

Expiration
Inhalation
Respiration
Ventilation
#4

Which part of the brain controls breathing?

Cerebellum
Medulla oblongata
Pons
Cerebral cortex
#5

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of asthma?

Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Coughing
Wheezing
#6

Which of the following is NOT a common trigger for asthma attacks?

Cold air
Exercise
Humidity
Antibiotics
#7

What type of medication is commonly used as a long-term controller for asthma?

Bronchodilator
Antihistamine
Corticosteroid
Antibiotic
#8

What is the function of surfactant in the lungs?

To prevent collapse of alveoli
To regulate blood pH
To transport oxygen in the blood
To stimulate cough reflex
#9

Which of the following is a common symptom of an asthma exacerbation?

Bradypnea
Tachycardia
Bradycardia
Pallor
#10

Which of the following is NOT a common trigger for an asthma attack?

Dust mites
Allergens
Smoking
Antibiotics
#11

Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with an asthma attack?

Chest tightness
Coughing
Hives
Wheezing
#12

What is the purpose of using a peak flow meter in asthma management?

To measure lung capacity
To monitor airway inflammation
To assess asthma severity
To administer bronchodilator medication
#13

Which of the following medications is commonly used as a rescue inhaler for acute asthma symptoms?

Montelukast
Beclomethasone
Albuterol
Fluticasone
#14

What is the name of the allergic condition where the immune system overreacts to certain allergens, leading to asthma symptoms?

Allergic rhinitis
Atopic dermatitis
Urticaria
Anaphylaxis
#15

Which of the following is a non-pharmacological intervention for managing asthma?

Antibiotics
Air purifiers
Antiviral medications
Anticoagulants

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