5 Questions
Which type of lung disease is characterized by reduced expansion of lung parenchyma and decreased total lung capacity?
Restrictive lung disease
What is the primary cause of contraction atelectasis in the lung?
Fibrotic changes in the lung or pleura preventing expansion
Which primary lung disease is characterized by partial or complete obstruction at any level of the airway?
Obstructive lung disease
Which condition is a distinct entity caused by a primary deficiency of surfactant?
Respiratory distress syndrome of the newborn
What is the main characteristic of congenital emphysema?
Loss of lung volume due to inadequate expansion of air spaces
Test your knowledge of primary lung diseases affecting the airways, interstitium, and pulmonary vascular system, as well as congenital lung anomalies. This quiz also covers the identification of normal chest X-ray findings and various conditions such as congenital agenesis/hypoplasia and atelectasis.
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