Nasopharynx and Upper Respiratory Disorders Quiz
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What is the common location for nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC)?

Fossa of rosenmuller

What causes rhinitis characterized by inflammation of the nasal mucosa typically seen in adenovirus infections?

Adenovirus

What are the symptoms of nasal polyps?

Rhinorrhea, sneezing, and congestion

What is the anatomical space where Singer’s nodule (vocal cord nodule) arises?

<p>True vocal cords</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the risk factors for laryngeal carcinoma?

<p>Alcohol and tobacco use</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic sound associated with laryngotracheobronchitis (croup)?

<p>Barking cough</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the high-pitched whistling sounds resulting from the narrowing of the bronchial tree, commonly seen in asthma?

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

What type of wheeze is dependent on whether it occurs during inspiration or expiration, with expiration indicating an obstruction in the lower respiratory tract?

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

When are biphasic breath sounds heard?

<p>On both RA and OA</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the higher (fine) or lower (coarse) pitched popping noise heard upon inspiration due to excess inflammatory secretions or obstructions in larger bronchial passageways?

<p>Rales (crackles)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are rhonchi and rales typically found in the respiratory system?

<p>Rhonchi in the bronchi, Rales in the tails</p> Signup and view all the answers

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