12 Questions
What is the primary site of gas exchange in the respiratory system?
Alveoli
Which of the following is NOT part of the lower respiratory tract?
Nasal cavity
What type of lung disease is characterized by resistance to airflow?
Asthma
Which lung disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder with symptoms like wheezing and cough?
Chronic Bronchitis
What is the main treatment for asthma?
Bronchodilators
Which structure contains de-oxygenated blood in the respiratory system?
Pulmonary Arteries
What is the most common trigger for atopic asthma?
Environmental antigens
Which condition is characterized by goblet cell hyperplasia, thick mucous plugging, and smooth muscle hypertrophy in the bronchial wall?
Asthma
What is a major cause of emphysema?
Smoking
What leads to the permanent dilation of airways in bronchiectasis?
Destruction of smooth muscle and elastic tissue
What is a characteristic feature of chronic bronchitis?
Productive cough
Which lung disease results in a decreased total lung capacity?
Restrictive lung diseases
Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the respiratory system including nasal cavity, trachea, bronchi, alveoli, and more. Learn about the upper and lower respiratory tracts and histology of the respiratory system.
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