Respiratory Diagnosis Quiz

A breathing disorder characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, causing recurrent episodes of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing.

A telltale sign of asthma, characterized by a high-pitched whistling sound during breathing, especially when exhaling.

Rapid breathing, often exceeding 30 breaths per minute, particularly in severe asthma cases.

An increase in heart rate, often exceeding 120 beats per minute, seen during severe asthma attacks.

A multi-step approach to managing asthma, involving medication adjustment based on the severity of symptoms and the patient's response to treatment.

A type of lung infection caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus. It can present with various symptoms, including a productive cough with yellow, green, or brown sputum, chest pain, breathing difficulties, increased breathing rate, heart rate, fever, and general feeling of unwellness.

Abnormal lung sounds, often heard during auscultation, characterized by a crackling or rattling sound caused by air moving through fluid-filled airways.

Abnormal lung sounds, often heard during auscultation, characterized by a low-pitched, rumbling sound, caused by air moving through narrowed or blocked airways.

A type of chest pain that worsens with deep inspiration or coughing, often associated with inflammation of the lining of the lungs (pleura).

A common respiratory infection with symptoms such as a persistent cough, runny nose, sore throat, and substernal pain when breathing deeply.

An infection that affects the bronchioles, the tiny airways in the lungs. It is characterized by a cough, wheezing, and difficulty breathing.

A highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. It is characterized by fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and cough.

A respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It is characterized by a range of symptoms, including fever, cough, shortness of breath, and loss of taste or smell.

A condition where the lining of the esophagus becomes inflamed, often causing heartburn and a persistent cough.

A condition that affects the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. It is characterized by persistent cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

A common type of respiratory infection that usually resolves on its own within a week or two.

An infection of the lungs, often caused by bacteria or viruses. It is characterized by fever, cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain.

An infection in the lungs caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma. It typically progresses slowly with persistent dry cough, low-grade fever, malaise, and fatigue.

A medical condition characterized by breathing difficulty and a persistent dry cough. This cough is often described as "stubborn" and "exhausting" as it does not produce phlegm.

A type of antibiotic treatment used to treat infections caused by bacteria, but are often not effective against atypical pneumonia due to the atypical bacteria's unique cell wall structure.

A common respiratory infection caused by a virus, characterized by cough, fever, chills, muscle aches, and fatigue.

A contagious bacterial infection of the lungs, often characterized by a chronic cough lasting more than 3 weeks, chest pain, hemoptysis, fatigue, weight loss, and night sweats.

A form of TB where the bacteria are present but not actively causing illness.

A form of TB where the bacteria are actively causing disease.

A coarse, crackling sound heard on auscultation of the lungs, often associated with fluid or inflammation in the small airways.

Supportive treatment for viral bronchitis, typically involving rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medications.

Treatment for latent TB, typically involving a short course of antibiotics such as Rifampin or Isoniazid.

Treatment for active TB, typically involving a long course of antibiotics such as Rifampicin, Isoniazid, Pyrazinamide, and Ethambutol.

The importance of patient education on adherence to medication regimens and the importance of completing the entire course of treatment.