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Respiratory Disease

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

  1. Digestion of food

  2. Transportation of oxygen and carbon dioxide

  3. Regulation of body temperature

  4. Production of antibodies


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The respiratory system's main function is to facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and the environment.

Which of the following is not a common symptom of asthma?

  1. Wheezing

  2. Coughing

  3. Chest pain

  4. Nausea


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nausea is not a typical symptom of asthma. Common symptoms include wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness.

What is the leading cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

  1. Smoking

  2. Air pollution

  3. Genetics

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

COPD is primarily caused by smoking, but air pollution and genetics can also contribute to its development.

Which respiratory disease is characterized by the formation of scar tissue in the lungs?

  1. Pneumonia

  2. Tuberculosis

  3. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

  4. Emphysema


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a chronic lung disease characterized by the development of scar tissue in the lungs.

What is the most common type of lung cancer?

  1. Small cell lung cancer

  2. Non-small cell lung cancer

  3. Mesothelioma

  4. Adenocarcinoma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Non-small cell lung cancer is the most prevalent type of lung cancer, accounting for approximately 80-85% of all cases.

What is the primary cause of pneumonia?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Viruses

  3. Fungi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pneumonia can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.

Which respiratory disease is caused by the accumulation of fluid in the lungs?

  1. Asthma

  2. Pneumonia

  3. Pulmonary edema

  4. COPD


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Pulmonary edema is a condition characterized by the buildup of fluid in the lungs.

What is the primary function of the diaphragm in respiration?

  1. Inhalation

  2. Exhalation

  3. Both inhalation and exhalation

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The diaphragm is a muscle that contracts and relaxes to facilitate both inhalation and exhalation.

Which respiratory disease is characterized by the inflammation of the airways?

  1. Asthma

  2. COPD

  3. Pneumonia

  4. Tuberculosis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease characterized by inflammation of the airways.

What is the primary cause of tuberculosis?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Viruses

  3. Fungi

  4. Parasites


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tuberculosis is primarily caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Which respiratory disease is characterized by the destruction of lung tissue?

  1. Emphysema

  2. Pneumonia

  3. COPD

  4. Asthma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Emphysema is a chronic lung disease characterized by the destruction of lung tissue.

What is the primary function of the trachea?

  1. Gas exchange

  2. Air filtration

  3. Transportation of oxygen

  4. Regulation of breathing


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The trachea's primary function is to filter and warm inhaled air before it reaches the lungs.

Which respiratory disease is characterized by the accumulation of mucus in the lungs?

  1. Cystic fibrosis

  2. Pneumonia

  3. COPD

  4. Asthma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that causes the buildup of thick mucus in the lungs and other organs.

What is the primary function of the alveoli in the lungs?

  1. Gas exchange

  2. Air filtration

  3. Transportation of oxygen

  4. Regulation of breathing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange takes place.

Which respiratory disease is characterized by the inflammation of the pleura?

  1. Pleuritis

  2. Pneumonia

  3. COPD

  4. Asthma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pleuritis is the inflammation of the pleura, the lining of the lungs and chest cavity.

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