Respiratory System Quiz: Dyspnoea, Wheeze, and Infections
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What is the medical term for shortness of breath?

  • Stridor
  • Haemoptysis
  • Orthopnoea
  • Dyspnoea (correct)

    • What is the characteristic of a wheeze?

  • Upper airway noise
  • Small expiratory airway noise (correct)
  • Inspiratory harsh sound
  • Coughing blood

    • What is the cause of sinusitis?

  • Obstructed antral ostia due to mucosal oedema (correct)
  • Viral infection
  • Bacterial infection
  • Allergic reaction

    • What is the characteristic feature of asthma?

    <p>Common chronic reversible airway obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the virus that causes influenza?

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

    What is the name of the condition characterized by laryngeal oedema and a hoarse voice?

    <p>Laryngo-tracheo-bronchitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the genetic factor associated with asthma?

    <p>A gene on the short arm of chromosome 11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of bronchial hyper-reactivity in asthma?

    <p>Increased airway resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of asthma?

    <p>Shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a spacer in using an asthma inhaler?

    <p>To reduce the risk of oral candidiasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of asthma?

    <p>Quietening of voice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is asthma managed dentally in relation to treatment?

    <p>By postponing treatment if exacerbations occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between orthopnoea and paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea?

    <p>The position of the body when symptoms occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of asthma?

    <p>Permanent airway damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of haemoptysis?

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

    What is the primary function of haemagglutinin in the influenza virus?

    <p>Surface antigen for adhesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following upper respiratory tract infections is typically caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae?

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

    What is the characteristic sound of stridor?

    <p>Inspiratory harsh sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which bronchoconstriction occurs in asthma?

    <p>Hyper-reactivity of bronchial smooth muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following extrinsic factors is most likely to exacerbate asthma in an atopic patient?

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

    What is the primary reason for using a spacer with an asthma inhaler?

    <p>To reduce the risk of oral candidiasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for dental treatment in an asthma patient?

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

    What is the primary reason for postponing dental treatment in an asthma patient?

    <p>Exacerbation of asthma symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of managing asthma in a dental setting?

    <p>To control symptoms of asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of morning dipping in asthma patients?

    <p>Natural fluctuation in cortisol levels during the morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of bronchial hyper-reactivity in asthma?

    <p>Increased airway resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for using a corticosteroid inhaler in asthma management?

    <p>To reduce inflammation in the airways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of an asthma attack?

    <p>Wheezing and shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common trigger for asthma exacerbations?

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

    What is the primary goal of allergen provocation testing in asthma diagnosis?

    <p>To identify specific allergens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which an upper airway noise, such as stridor, is produced?

    <p>Oedema of the laryngeal introitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea?

    <p>Waking up with shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the combination of inflammation of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi?

    <p>Laryngo-tracheo-bronchitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of neuraminidase in the influenza virus?

    <p>Breaching the mucosal membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between orthopnoea and paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea?

    <p>Orthopnoea occurs when lying flat, while paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnoea occurs when standing up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary feature of asthma that distinguishes it from other chronic obstructive airway diseases?

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

    What is the primary function of peak expiratory flow rate in assessing respiratory health?

    <p>To determine the adequacy of ventilation and detect airflow obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In people with emphysema, what happens to the air sacs in the lungs over time?

    <p>They become larger and fewer in number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of bronchiectasis in the lungs?

    <p>A build-up of excess mucus that makes the lungs more vulnerable to infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of emphysema in relation to the air sacs in the lungs?

    <p>Damage to the air sacs, leading to the formation of larger air spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of airflow obstruction in the lungs?

    <p>Shortness of breath and difficulty breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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