Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Quiz
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What is a characteristic feature of asthma?

  • Collagen deposition (Fibrosis) below the basement membrane of the airway epithelium (correct)
  • Increase in the number and size of airway smooth muscle cells
  • Activation of mast cells and infiltration of eosinophils
  • Reversible bronchospasm
  • What is a characteristic effect of chronic inflammation in asthma?

  • Activation of mast cells and infiltration of eosinophils
  • Bronchoconstriction
  • Structural changes in the airways (correct)
  • Increase in the number and size of airway smooth muscle cells
  • What type of medication is used for quick relief during an asthma attack?

  • Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)
  • Leukotriene receptor antagonists (LTRA)
  • Long-acting beta2-agonist (LABA)
  • Inhaled short-acting beta2-agonist (SABA) (correct)
  • What is a consequence of asthma attacks?

    <p>Life-threatening difficulty in breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can trigger asthma attacks?

    <p>Viral infections and exposure to tobacco smoke</p> Signup and view all the answers

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