Multiple Choice
An ex- smoker with emphysema has a pulmonary erosion into his intrapleural space. What life- threatening condition is he at imminent risk of developing?
A) acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
B) pulmonary fibrosis
C) pneumothorax (air leaking into the intrapleural space)
D) bacterial pneumonia
E) adhesions to the parietal pleura
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q3: <img src="https://d2lvgg3v3hfg70.cloudfront.net/TB5932/.jpg" alt=" Figure 16.1 -In
Q4: The transition from the conducting to the
Q5: Which pressure is constant during the respiratory
Q7: The volume of air in the lungs
Q8: What does contraction of the diaphragm cause?<br>A)decrease
Q9: In an obstructive disease, the lungs can
Q10: Which of the following is responsible for
Q11: The COPD called emphysema forces the afflicted
Q62: Pressure is the driving force for the
Q83: An increase in sympathetic nervous activity to