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Tuberculosis: Causes and Transmission

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What is the primary organ affected by tuberculosis?

Lung

How is tuberculosis primarily transmitted?

Through airborne droplets

What is the term for the formation of a Granuloma in response to the infection?

Type IV hypersensitivity reaction

What happens to the bacilli after the primary infection?

They can remain dormant for years

What is the term for the inflammatory response caused by the macrophages engulfing the microbe?

Local inflammatory response

What is a common manifestation of pneumonia?

Pleuritic pain

What is a potential complication of pneumonia?

Pulmonary edema

What is the significance of hand hygiene in preventing respiratory infections?

It reduces the transmission of pathogens

What is not a symptom of pneumonia?

Sore throat

What is the importance of editing and using the materials provided by Health Protection Scotland and Healthcare A2Z?

It is the responsibility of the individual

What is a potential consequence of not practicing proper hand hygiene in a healthcare setting?

Spread of respiratory infections

What is a common manifestation of tuberculosis?

Low-grade fever, cough, and night sweats

How can tuberculosis spread to other organs?

Through reactivation of dormant bacilli

What is a potential complication of tuberculosis?

Hemoptysis

What is the relationship between Ghon complexes and tuberculosis?

Ghon complexes are a manifestation of tuberculosis

What is the duration of cough and sputum production that defines Chronic Bronchitis?

At least 3 months in each of 2 consecutive years

What is the term for individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease who experience inflammation of the bronchi, a productive cough, and excessive mucus production?

Blue bloaters

Why is hand hygiene important in preventing respiratory infections?

It reduces the risk of respiratory infections

What is a complication of Chronic Bronchitis?

Both frequent respiratory infections and respiratory failure

What is the copyright year of the original content developed by Healthcare A2Z?

2006

What is a consequence of destruction of alveolar walls in emphysema?

Air trapping and hyperinflation of the alveoli

What is a common symptom of chronic bronchitis?

Dyspnea at rest

What is a characteristic of acute atelectasis involving a large amount of lung tissue?

Marked respiratory distress

Why is hand hygiene important in preventing respiratory infections?

It reduces the transmission of pathogens

Which of the following is a symptom of atelectasis?

Difficulty breathing in the supine position

What is a diagnostic finding in patients with atelectasis?

Decreased breath sounds and crackles

What is a risk factor for developing emphysema?

Genetic predisposition

What is a method for preventing atelectasis?

Increasing coughing and deep breathing

What is a characteristic of individuals with emphysema?

They are 'pink puffers'

What is a common manifestation of atelectasis?

Tachycardia and tachypnea

What is the primary reason for practicing hand hygiene in healthcare settings?

To prevent the spread of respiratory infections

What is a common complication of cystic fibrosis?

All of the above

What is the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis?

A mutation on the seventh chromosome

What is a manifestation of cystic fibrosis?

All of the above

Why is hand hygiene important in preventing respiratory infections?

It reduces the risk of respiratory infections

What is a potential consequence of not practicing proper hand hygiene?

Spread of respiratory infections

What is a characteristic of the secretions in cystic fibrosis?

Thick and tenacious

What is the mode of inheritance of cystic fibrosis?

Autosomal recessive

What is a complication of cystic fibrosis?

All of the above

What is the genetic basis of cystic fibrosis?

Mutation on the seventh chromosome

What is the importance of hand hygiene in healthcare settings?

It prevents the spread of respiratory infections

Learn about the infectious disease tuberculosis, its causes, transmission, and effects on the body. Understand how it spreads and the risks associated with it.

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