Distinguishing Lung Volume Restriction Origins Quiz
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Which of the following distinguishes atypical pneumonia from bacterial pneumonia?

  • insidious onset (correct)
  • predominantly pulmonary symptoms involved
  • purulent sputum
  • more consolidated appearance on x-ray

    • Which of the following are complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?

  • pulmonary hypertension
  • respiratory failure
  • Cor pulmonale
  • A and B (correct)

    • Which of the following about pulmonary function testing is true for adults, but not for children?

  • Total lung capacity (TLC) is measured
  • A FEV1/FVC ratio of < 0.7 is abnormal (correct)
  • Diffusing capacity (DLCO) is measured
  • Respiratory muscle strength is assessed

    • What is the most appropriate next step for a 57-year-old unemployed female patient with asthma?

    <p>Switch to a long-acting bronchodilator (LABA) like salmeterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do air bronchograms on a chest X-ray indicate?

    <p>Fluid accumulation in alveoli with patent airways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct order of increasing treatment intensity for COPD management?

    <p>Rescue bronchodilator -&gt; LABA -&gt; Pulmonary rehab -&gt; Oxygen -&gt; Surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these findings is NOT diagnostic of adult asthma?

    <p>Total lung capacity &gt;= 120% predicted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is considered the gold-standard for asthma management?

    <p>Fluticasone (inhaled corticosteroid)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key goal in the stepwise management of asthma?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely cause of the characteristic 'barking cough' described in the text?

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

    Which symptom would indicate allergic rhinitis rather than chronic sinusitis?

    <p>Clear nasal discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What test should be ordered for the patient who is on warfarin and experiencing bleeding?

    <p>INR/PTT tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incorrect advice for treating nosebleeds mentioned in the text?

    <p>Pinch the bridge of the nose where bone meets cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely diagnosis for the patient with rapid onset, referred otalgia, and unilateral oropharyngeal pathology?

    <p>Peritonsillar abscess</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for a peritonsillar abscess according to the text?

    <p>Incision and drainage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of this document?

    <p>To serve as a question bank for the PoM 1 Respirology and ENT Block</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the document, how were the questions verified?

    <p>The questions were not verified due to time constraints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the document contains questions from a previous cohort?

    <p>Questions from the Meds2024 Question Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many contributors are listed in the acknowledgments section?

    <p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which week has the most sections with questions?

    <p>Week 9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of content does the 'New Questions' section likely contain?

    <p>Questions created specifically for this document</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section is present in all weeks?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'ANSWERS' section for each week?

    <p>To provide solutions to the questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the structure of the document?

    <p>The document is organized by week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about the intended audience for this document?

    <p>Medical students studying respiratory and ENT topics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a significantly reduced total lung capacity (TLC) at 65% of the expected volume suggest?

    <p>A lung volume restriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To determine if a lung volume restriction is of parenchymal (lung) origin or non-parenchymal origin, which test should be assessed?

    <p>Diffusion capacity (DLCO)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the total lung capacity (TLC), forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1), and forced vital capacity (FVC) were all normal, but the diffusion capacity (DLCO) was reduced, what would this suggest?

    <p>An isolated diffusion capacity abnormality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a low diffusion capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide (DLCO) in addition to a reduced total lung capacity (TLC) indicate?

    <p>A parenchymal (lung) cause for restriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the only abnormal pulmonary function test result is a low diffusion capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide (DLCO), what does this indicate?

    <p>An isolated diffusion capacity abnormality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) less than 70% signify?

    <p>An obstructive pulmonary disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

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