Deck 18: Respiratory System

Question 1

Swine flu (H1N1)was first detected in the United States in:

A)Summer 1918
B)Spring 2009
C)Spring 2008
D)Winter 1996

Answer 1

B
Swine flu was first detected in the United States in April of 2009.It originated in other countries.

Question 2

The air we breathe contains:

A)21% oxygen
B)4% hydrogen
C)34% carbon dioxide
D)79% oxygen

Answer 2

A
The air we breathe is composed of approximately 21% oxygen,79% nitrogen,and less than 0.5% carbon dioxide.

Question 3

Our body inhales nitrogen but does not use it.

Answer 3

True
Our body takes in 79% nitrogen but does not use it.Nitrogen is sent back into the air along with carbon dioxide and leftover oxygen molecules.

Question 4

The larynx is also called the voicebox.

Question 5

Which of the following is a function of the lungs?

A)External oxygen extraction
B)Delivery of oxygen to the extremities
C)Removal of carbon dioxide
D)All the above
E) Both A and C

Question 6

The diaphragm holds excess air.

Question 7

Nasal decongestants cause an increase in the production of mucus.

Question 8

Rhinitis can be caused by:

A)Allergens
B)Light odors
C)Ibuprofen
D)Phalange infection

Question 9

The purpose of the epiglottis is to:

A)Catch and trap air
B)Moisten and warm the air as it enters the lungs
C)Prevent anything but air from going down the airway
D)Provide voice production

Question 10

Temporary loss of speech is called laryngitis.

Question 11

When our immune system responds to a nonrecognized substance,it can cause:

A)Cystic fibrosis
B)Influenza
C)Cold
D)Allergies

Question 12

The average child's respiratory rate is 12 to 18 breaths per minute.

Question 13

One type of severe viral respiratory illness is influenza.

Question 14

Rhinovirus can cause a cold.

Question 15

Cystic fibrosis is characterized by:

A)Narrowing and inflammation of the airways
B)Production of very thick mucus
C)Inflammation in the linings of the lungs
D)Obstruction of the larynx

Question 16

Which of the following is not a mechanism that causes a sneeze?

A)Ciliary action
B)Bronchial tube spasm
C)Peristaltic motion of the bronchioles
D)Cough reflex

Question 17

How much mucus is produced by our respiratory system each day?

A)5 ml
B)29 ml
C)100 ml
D)125 ml

Question 18

The parietal pleura contains fluid to help reduce friction.

Question 19

Influenza can be fatal to:

A)The elderly
B)The very young
C)Those with weakened immune systems
D)All the above

Question 20

Mucous membranes cool the air so it moves faster through the lungs.

Question 21

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Neo-Synephrine

Question 22

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Chlor-Trimeton

Question 23

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Isuprel

Question 24

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Sudafed

Question 25

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Maxair

Question 26

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Tessalon

Question 27

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Zyrtec

Question 28

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Robitussin

Question 29

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Delsym

Question 30

Match the drug to the classification.
a.Decongestants
d.Antitussives
b.Antihistamines
e.Corticosteroids
c.Bronchodilators
f.Expectorant
Rhinocort