Asthma Pathophysiology Quiz
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What is the main characteristic of asthma?

  • Swelling of the bronchial tube inner lining
  • Mucous production
  • Airway edema
  • Bronchial muscle constriction (correct)

    • Which cells are involved in the inflammatory response in asthma?

  • T cells (correct)
  • Natural killer cells
  • Dendritic cells
  • B cells

    • What is the primary cause of bronchoconstriction in asthma?

  • Mast cell release (correct)
  • Cold air
  • T cell activation
  • Mucous secretion

    • What is the primary cause of bronchial muscle constriction in asthma?

    <p>Release of chemicals by infiltrating cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic feature of asthma?

    <p>Airway edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the delayed reaction (late phase) in asthma?

    <p>Inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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