Respiratory System and Breathing Disorders Quiz

Test your knowledge of pulmonology with questions on lung function, disorders like COPD, sleep apnea, and TB.

#1

Which structure in the respiratory system is responsible for exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide?

Bronchi
Alveoli
Trachea
Bronchioles
#2

Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?

Gas exchange
Protection against pathogens
Production of sound
Regulation of body temperature
#3

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

Tachycardia
Bradypnea
Dyspnea
Bradycardia
#4

Which of the following is not a component of the upper respiratory tract?

Larynx
Bronchi
Nasal cavity
Pharynx
#5

Which of the following is not a function of the nasal cavity?

Filtering air
Humidifying air
Exchange of gases
Detecting odors
#6

What condition is characterized by the narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing?

Bronchitis
Emphysema
Asthma
Pneumonia
#7

Which of the following is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Persistent cough
Chest pain
Nosebleeds
Blurred vision
#8

Which respiratory disorder is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, resulting in wheezing and shortness of breath?

Bronchitis
Emphysema
Asthma
Pneumonia
#9

What is the medical term for the involuntary contraction of the diaphragm, causing a sudden intake of breath?

Asthma
Hiccup
Pneumothorax
Tachypnea
#10

Which of the following is not a risk factor for developing lung cancer?

Smoking
Exposure to asbestos
Regular exercise
Radon exposure
#11

What is the term for the cessation of breathing during sleep?

Apnea
Hypoxia
Tachypnea
Dyspnea
#12

What is the term for the condition in which the lung collapses due to the accumulation of air in the pleural space?

Pneumothorax
Pulmonary edema
Pulmonary embolism
Pleurisy
#13

Which of the following is a treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea?

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy
Antibiotic therapy
Bronchodilator inhalers
Surgery to remove tonsils
#14

Which of the following is a common cause of chronic bronchitis?

Bacterial infection
Viral infection
Exposure to air pollutants
Allergic reaction
#15

Which of the following is a common symptom of tuberculosis (TB)?

Persistent cough with blood-tinged sputum
Decreased heart rate
Increased appetite
Excessive sweating

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