Deck 13: Respiratory System Diseases and Disorders

Question 1

Anthracosis is caused by:

A) Bird and chicken droppings.
B) Inhaling asbestos fibers.
C) Inhaling coal dust.
D) Inhaling fungal spores in the desert.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Infectious mononucleosis is caused by:

A) Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
B) Haemophilus influenzae.
C) Epstein-Barr virus.
D) Bacteria.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Cor pulmonale:

A) Is fatal.
B) Cannot be prevented.
C) Can be chronic.
D) Both B and C

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Cor pulmonale is:

A) A mass of undissolved matter in the pulmonary artery.
B) A form of pneumonoconiosis.
C) An accumulation of fluid in the pulmonary tissues.
D) Hypertrophy and failure of the right ventricle of the heart.

Question 5

Sudden infant death syndrome occurs:

A) In apparently normal and healthy infants.
B) More frequently when the infant is sleeping and in premature infants.
C) More frequently in male than in female infants and during the winter months.
D) All of the above

Question 6

A collection of air or gas in the pleural cavity is:

A) Pleurisy.
B) Pleural effusion.
C) Pneumothorax.
D) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Question 7

Respiratory mycoses affecting the lungs are:

A) Histoplasmosis, coccidioidomycosis, and blastomycosis.
B) Pneumonoconiosis, blastomycosis, and histoplasmosis.
C) Anthracosis, coccidioidomycosis, and pneumonoconiosis.
D) Anthracosis, berylliosis, and asbestosis.

Question 8

Radon exposure can result in:

A) Bronchiectasis.
B) Lung cancer.
C) Cor pulmonale.
D) Anthracosis.

Question 9

The antibiotic of choice for acute tonsillitis is:

A) Erythromycin.
B) Erythromycin ethylsuccinate.
C) Keflex.
D) Penicillin.

Question 10

Excessive alkalinity of body fluids caused by excessive removal of CO₂ by the lungs is known as:

A) Respiratory acidosis.
B) Respiratory alkalosis.
C) Atelectasis.
D) Cor pulmonale.

Question 11

Persons who have a positive tuberculin reaction:

A) Are treated with antibiotics.
B) Are tested for pulmonary TB after 2 months.
C) Are given a year of isoniazid prophylactically.
D) None of the above

Question 12

Treatment for acute asthma attacks includes:

A) Antibiotics.
B) Bronchodilators.
C) Antihistamines.
D) Vasodilators.

Question 13

Lung cancer:

A) Is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women.
B) Causes dyspnea and hemoptysis in the early stages.
C) Has a poor prognosis.
D) All of the above

Question 14

Diseases that are classified as pneumoconiosis include:

A) Berylliosis.
B) Histoplasmosis.
C) Mycoses.
D) Both B and C

Question 15

A complication of influenza-caused pneumonia is:

A) Pneumothorax.
B) Asthma.
C) Bronchitis.
D) Lung abscess.

Question 16

Initial symptoms of mononucleosis include:

A) Anorexia.
B) Malaise and chills.
C) Swollen cervical lymph nodes.
D) A and B only

Question 17

Pulmonary TB is more common in:

A) Children.
B) Young adults.
C) Middle-aged adults.
D) Elderly adults.

Question 18

Symptoms of pleurisy include:

A) Purulent sputum.
B) Collapsed lung.
C) Bleeding.
D) Sharp, stabbing chest pain.

Question 19

Lung abscesses are normally found in the:

A) Right lower lobe.
B) Left lower lobe.
C) Right upper lobe.
D) Left upper lobe.

Question 20

Two main types of pneumonia are caused by:

A) Viruses and bacteria.
B) Protozoa and rickettsiae.
C) Viruses and rickettsiae.
D) Silica and asbestos fibers.

Question 21

Inflammation of the vocal cords and the laryngeal mucosa is:

A) Laryngitis.
B) Pharyngitis.
C) Infectious mononucleosis.
D) None of the above

Question 22

Inflammation of the respiratory bronchioles, alveolar ducts, alveolar sacs, and alveoli of the lungs is:

A) Pulmonary TB.
B) Pleurisy.
C) Asthma.
D) Pneumonia.

Question 23

A pulmonary embolism:

A) Generally originates in the pelvic or deep lower-extremity veins.
B) Travels through the circulatory system until it reaches the heart.
C) Causes pneumonia-like symptoms.
D) Is easy to diagnosis.

Question 24

Common symptoms of croup include:

A) Hoarseness, fever, and distinctive hard cough.
B) Earache.
C) Sore throat and headache.
D) Both A and B

Question 25

A form of pneumoconiosis resulting from the inhalation of silica dust is:

A) Pleurisy.
B) Atelectasis.
C) Asbestosis.
D) Silicosis.

Question 26

A slowly developing bacterial lung infection characterized by progressive necrosis of lung tissue is:

A) Pleurisy.
B) Pulmonary TB.
C) COPD.
D) Chronic pulmonary emphysema.

Question 27

A disease/disorder that frequently occurs at night after the person has been lying down for a while is:

A) Cor pulmonale.
B) Pulmonary edema.
C) Pulmonary embolism.
D) Pneumothorax.

Question 28

Inflammation of the inner and outer membranes enveloping the lungs is:

A) Pleurisy.
B) Asthma.
C) COPD.
D) Bronchitis.

Question 29

Widening and destruction of the large bronchi, usually in the lower lungs is:

A) Respiratory alkalosis.
B) Chronic bronchitis.
C) Bronchiectasis.
D) Atelectasis.

Question 30

Inflammation of the paranasal cavities is:

A) Bronchiectasis.
B) Sinusitis.
C) Acute pharyngitis.
D) Epistaxis.

Question 31

Sleep apnea can be known as:

A) Obstructive.
B) Central.
C) Complex.
D) All of the above

Question 32

Legionnaires disease:

A) May be a mild and self-limiting disease or produce a pneumonia severe enough to be fatal.
B) Affects 3 to 4 million people each year.
C) Affects more infants and children, especially those under 12 years old.
D) Is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.

Question 33

Which of the following statements about tonsillitis is not true?

A) Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, especially the palatine tonsils.
B) Most tonsillitis infections are caused by members of the Orthomyxoviridae family.
C) The onset is generally slow and is marked by symptoms of chills and fever.
D) Both B and C

Question 34

Any pathological process that decreases the ability of the lungs and bronchi to perform their function of ventilation is:

A) Chronic bronchitis.
B) Bronchiectasis.
C) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
D) Asthma.

Question 35

Acute or chronic hyperventilation can cause:

A) Respiratory acidosis.
B) Asthma.
C) Respiratory alkalosis.
D) Cor pulmonale.

Question 36

A respiratory condition marked by recurrent attacks of labored breathing accompanied by wheezing is:

A) Chronic pulmonary emphysema.
B) Respiratory acidosis.
C) Asthma.
D) Chronic bronchitis.

Question 37

Inflammation of the throat is:

A) Sinusitis.
B) Pharyngitis.
C) Laryngitis.
D) Epiglottitis.

Question 38

Excess of fluid between parietal and visceral membranes enveloping the lungs is:

A) Pneumonia.
B) Pleural effusion.
C) Pleurisy.
D) Pulmonary TB.

Question 39

Intrinsic asthma:

A) Is most common in children.
B) Is caused by allergies.
C) Is caused by psychosomatic disorders.
D) Is most common in adults.

Question 40

The collapse or airless condition of all or part of a lung is:

A) Atelectasis.
B) Pulmonary embolism.
C) Pulmonary edema.
D) Bronchiectasis.

Question 41

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Diaphoresis

Question 42

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Plication

Question 43

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Empyema

Question 44

Chronic bronchitis clogs air passageways with mucus.

Question 45

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Hemoptysis

Question 46

Thrush is a yeast infection often found in those receiving chemotherapy.

Question 47

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Nosocomial

Question 48

The hallmark symptom of acute pharyngitis is sore throat.

Question 49

Another name for infectious mononucleosis is glandular fever.

Question 50

Pulmonary hypertension occurs when the pulmonary arteries and capillaries become narrowed, making the blood flow through the lungs difficult.

Question 51

Pulmonary emphysema is the permanent enlargement of the air spaces beyond the terminal bronchioles.

Question 52

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Septic

Question 53

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Polycythemia

Question 54

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Clubbing

Question 55

COPD could be called a colorful disease in that two identifiers are "purple bloater" and "pink puffer."

Question 56

Rhinitis is inflammation of the nasal membranes.

Question 57

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Hypoxia

Question 58

A lung abscess is an area of necrotized lung tissue containing purulent material.

Question 59

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Malaise

Question 60

Epiglottitis occurs when the epiglottis covering the windpipe swells, blocking air to the lungs.

Question 61

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Exudate

Question 62

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Stridor

Question 63

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Sputum

Question 64

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Thoracotomy

Question 65

Match the terms with their definitions.
a.Harsh, high-pitched sound during respiration
b.Inspection of a cavity by passing a light through its walls
c.Disease-causing organism
d.Chronic, life-shortening disorder of the bone marrow
e.Fluid that is rich in protein and cellular elements that escapes from blood vessels
f.Profuse sweating
g.Insufficient oxygenation of the blood
h.Incision in the wall of the chest
i.Bulbous swelling of the tips of the fingers and toes
j.Sense of discomfort, weakness, or fatigue
k.Folding over
l.Hospital-acquired infection
m.Substance produced by coughing
n.Spitting of blood
o.Pus in the pleural space
Transillumination