Respiratory System and Critical Care Concepts Quiz

Test your knowledge on respiratory distress, ARDS, COPD, and more. Explore critical care concepts with our pulmonology quiz!

#1

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

Gas exchange
Blood circulation
Regulation of blood pH
Sense of smell
#2

What is the primary function of the alveoli in the lungs?

Oxygen absorption
Carbon dioxide absorption
Mucus production
Blood clotting
#3

Which respiratory disorder is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways?

Asthma
Bronchitis
Pneumonia
Tuberculosis
#4

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

Apnea
Dyspnea
Tachypnea
Bradypnea
#5

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

Gas exchange
Speech production
Acid-base balance regulation
Immune defense
#6

Which structure separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities and is critical for breathing?

Diaphragm
Intercostal muscles
Bronchioles
Pleura
#7

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

Coughing up blood
Persistent cough
Wheezing
Cyanosis
#8

Which of the following is not a common symptom of respiratory distress?

Coughing
Shortness of breath
Increased heart rate
Excessive sweating
#9

What is the primary cause of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?

Viral infection
Bacterial infection
Prolonged exposure to high altitude
Severe trauma or injury
#10

Which of the following is a common risk factor for developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Regular exercise
Excessive alcohol consumption
Exposure to cigarette smoke
Vegetarian diet
#11

What is the recommended treatment for a tension pneumothorax?

High-flow oxygen therapy
Intubation and mechanical ventilation
Immediate needle decompression
Chest tube insertion
#12

Which of the following is a symptom of respiratory alkalosis?

Decreased heart rate
Hypoventilation
Hypoxemia
Tingling sensation in extremities
#13

What is the primary cause of obstructive sleep apnea?

Central nervous system disorder
Enlarged tonsils and adenoids
Collapsed lung
Genetic mutation
#14

Which of the following conditions is characterized by the inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to reversible airflow obstruction?

Cystic fibrosis
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Bronchiectasis
Asthma
#15

Which of the following conditions is characterized by the collapse of one or more areas of the lung?

Pneumothorax
Atelectasis
Emphysema
Bronchiolitis
#16

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of acute respiratory failure?

Hypercapnia
Respiratory alkalosis
Hypoxemia with normal carbon dioxide levels
Decreased respiratory rate
#17

Which of the following is NOT a complication of mechanical ventilation?

Ventilator-associated pneumonia
Barotrauma
Respiratory alkalosis
Ventilator-induced diaphragm dysfunction
#18

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the respiratory system?

Elimination of waste gases
Regulation of blood pressure
Maintaining acid-base balance
Sense of smell
#19

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Progressive airflow limitation
Hyperinflation of the lungs
Reversible airflow obstruction
Chronic cough

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