Respiratory System and Chest Diseases
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What is a characteristic feature of the airflow limitation in COPD?

  • It is fully reversible with treatment
  • It is only present during exercise
  • It is associated with an abnormal inflammatory response (correct)
  • It is limited to the upper airways

    • What is a common symptom of COPD that is not typically seen in asthma?

  • Dyspnea during exercise (correct)
  • Symptoms at night or early morning
  • Allergy or rhinitis
  • Cough with sputum production

    • Which of the following is NOT a component of the pulmonary component of COPD?

  • Airway inflammation
  • Parenchymal destruction
  • Increased elastic recoil (correct)
  • Airway remodeling

    • What is the primary purpose of arterial blood gas analysis in respiratory disease?

    <p>To assess acid-base balance and oxygenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for developing COPD?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between COPD and asthma in terms of airflow limitation?

    <p>Asthma is more reversible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of dyspnea, cough, and wheeze in asthma?

    <p>Reversible airways obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common sign of life-threatening asthma attack?

    <p>Silent chest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first line of treatment for acute severe asthma?

    <p>High flow oxygen and inhaled salbutamol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of COPD?

    <p>A preventable and treatable disease with significant extrapulmonary effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of lifestyle modification in asthma treatment?

    <p>To avoid precipitants and help quit smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic pattern seen in Pulmonary function tests in asthma patients?

    <p>Obstructive pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the sensation of shortness of breath often exacerbated by exertion?

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

    What is the term for coughing up red blood?

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

    What is the part of the Respiratory System that is below the bronchi?

    <p>Lower Respiratory Tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the C-shaped cartilage rings in the bronchus?

    <p>Keeping the bronchus rigid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the passage of air into the pleural space, causing the lung to collapse?

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

    What is the term for the long-term inflammation and scarring of the lungs?

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

    What is a possible symptom of pneumonia?

    <p>Purulent sputum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of ABG investigation in pneumonia?

    <p>To detect O2 saturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for pneumonia acquired after 48 hours of admission to the hospital?

    <p>Hospital acquired pneumonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible complication of pneumonia?

    <p>Pleural effusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for recurrent episodes of wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath?

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

    What is the primary treatment for mild pneumonia?

    <p>Oral antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

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