7 Questions
What is the top preventable cause of many respiratory conditions?
Smoking
What can lead to lung disease according to the text?
Genetic and environmental factors
Who is at a higher risk of developing asthma?
People with a family history of asthma, respiratory allergies, or severe childhood respiratory illness
Which lung condition is characterized by damaged and less elastic air sacs in the lungs?
Emphysema
What is a common symptom of chronic bronchitis?
Shortness of breath
What sound may be heard when a person has COPD?
Squeaking sound
What is a distinguishing feature of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Reduced ability to exhale air
Test your knowledge of respiratory diseases, including acute and chronic conditions, genetic and environmental factors, and the impact of smoking. Learn about asthma, a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the airways and causes breathing difficulties.
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