Emphysema Quiz

A condition where the alveoli and airway connective tissue are destroyed, leading to lung hyperinflation (correct)

A condition where the lung tissue becomes stiff and loses its elasticity

A condition where the airways in the lungs collapse, making it difficult to exhale

A condition where the lung tissue is damaged, leading to air trapping in the alveoli

It looks like a new sponge with no visible changes

It resembles an old sponge with large holes and loss of elasticity (correct)

It becomes hyperinflated with trapped air

It becomes stiff and loses its ability to stretch

They become stiff and lose their ability to stretch

They collapse, making it difficult for the lungs to empty (correct)

They become hyperinflated with trapped air

They are destroyed, leading to lung hyperinflation