Deck 7: Respiratory System

Question 1

The CF atel/o means:

A) respiration
B) pleura
C) diaphragm
D) mediastinum
E) incomplete;imperfect

Answer 1

incomplete;imperfect

Question 2

The mediastinum contains the:

A) aorta,heart,stomach,and diaphragm.
B) heart,stomach,lungs,and diaphragm.
C) esophagus,stomach,lungs,and heart.
D) heart,aorta,esophagus,and bronchi.
E) heart,esophagus,oropharynx,and lungs.

Answer 2

heart,aorta,esophagus,and bronchi.

Question 3

Tiny air sacs found at the end of the bronchioles are called:

A) pulmonary capillaries.
B) pulmonary venules.
C) pulmonary arterioles.
D) alveoli.
E) cilia.

Answer 3

alveoli.

Question 4

Pulmonary ventilation is more commonly called:

A) breathing.
B) inspiring.
C) expiring.
D) gasping.
E) wheezing.

Question 5

The space in the chest between the lungs is called the:

A) pleural cavity.
B) diaphragm.
C) alveolus.
D) sinus cavity.
E) mediastinum.

Question 6

The exchange of oxygen (O₂)and carbon dioxide (CO₂)in body cells is called:

A) inhalation.
B) metabolism.
C) external respiration.
D) internal respiration.
E) catabolism.

Question 7

The adenoids are located in the:

A) laryngopharynx.
B) nasopharynx.
C) larynx.
D) oropharynx.
E) nasal cavity.

Question 8

Expelling of carbon dioxide (CO₂)from the lungs is called:

A) exhalation.
B) inspiration.
C) cellular respiration.
D) internal respiration.
E) anabolism.

Question 9

Hairlike structures that move particles upward to the pharynx for coughing or swallowing are called:

A) alveoli.
B) bronchioles.
C) cilia.
D) cartilage rings.
E) neurons.

Question 10

The CF coni/o means:

A) dust.
B) blue.
C) cone.
D) diaphragm.
E) pleura.

Question 11

The CF thorac/o means:

A) lung.
B) chest.
C) respiration.
D) diaphragm.
E) pleura.

Question 12

The parietal pleura glides smoothly over the visceral pleura because the pleural cavity normally contains a small amount of:

A) pus.
B) blood.
C) air.
D) sputum.
E) lubricating fluid.

Question 13

Olfactory neurons are located deep within the:

A) nasal cavity.
B) mediastinum.
C) oropharynx.
D) alveoli.
E) bronchioles.

Question 14

The lining of the thoracic cavity is called the:

A) diaphragm.
B) parietal pleura.
C) thoracic membrane.
D) visceral pleura.
E) mediastinum.

Question 15

The CF spir/o means:

A) spirit.
B) breathe.
C) expansion.
D) contraction.
E) incomplete.

Question 16

When the diaphragm contracts,it partially:

A) descends into the abdominal cavity.
B) ascends into the thoracic cavity.
C) fills the pleural cavity with air.
D) fills the pleural cavity with serous fluid.
E) forces air from the lungs.

Question 17

The CF cyan/o means:

A) lung.
B) mucus.
C) blue.
D) pale.
E) carbon dioxide.

Question 18

Diffusion of oxygen (O₂)and carbon dioxide (CO₂)occurs in the:

A) pulmonary capillaries.
B) pulmonary vein.
C) bronchioles.
D) cilia.
E) pulmonary artery.

Question 19

Nares are divided by the:

A) epiglottis.
B) adenoids.
C) alveoli.
D) septum.
E) turbinates.

Question 20

The structure that covers the larynx is called the:

A) cilia.
B) uvula.
C) hypopharynx.
D) epiglottis.
E) laryngopharynx.

Question 21

The CF alveol/o means:

A) air.
B) oxygen.
C) alveolus;air sac.
D) air,lung.
E) larynx (voice box).

Question 22

Prefix brady- means

A) rapid
B) imperfect
C) usual
D) poor
E) slow

Question 23

The disease that produces focal lesions encased in small pockets called granulomas is:

A) cystic fibrosis.
B) tuberculosis.
C) pneumonia.
D) empyema.
E) pneumoconiosis.

Question 24

The prefix eu- means:

A) good,normal.
B) imperfect.
C) usual.
D) poor.
E) slow.

Question 25

The clinical term for a head cold is:

A) epistaxis.
B) coryza.
C) cephalodynia.
D) ascites.
E) empyema.

Question 26

The inability of alveoli to contract because of a loss of alveolar elasticity is a characteristic of:

A) emphysema.
B) empyema.
C) atelectasis.
D) bronchiectasis.
E) asthma.

Question 27

The prefix tachy- means:

A) straight.
B) rapid.
C) many.
D) breathing.
E) slow.

Question 28

The suffix -phonia means:

A) speaking.
B) voice.
C) spitting.
D) smell.
E) carbon dioxide.

Question 29

The CF pleur/o means:

A) lung.
B) lobe.
C) membrane.
D) pleura.
E) pleurisy.

Question 30

The CF pneum/o or pneumon/o means:

A) pleura.
B) air;lung.
C) breathing.
D) breathe.
E) lobe.

Question 31

The suffix -capnia means:

A) oxygen.
B) smell.
C) chest.
D) diaphragm.
E) carbon dioxide (CO₂).

Question 32

What is the disease characterized by bronchial dilation that usually leads to secondary infection?

A) Pleural effusion
B) Ascites
C) Heart failure
D) Hemoptysis
E) Bronchiectasis

Question 33

Accumulation of fluid in the abdominal and thoracic cavities is called:

A) ascites.
B) thoracentesis.
C) hemoptysis.
D) emphysema.
E) hydrorrhea.

Question 34

The CF rhin/o means:

A) nose.
B) throat.
C) ring.
D) chest.
E) sinus.

Question 35

The suffix -ptysis means:

A) breathing.
B) coughing.
C) spitting.
D) smell.
E) carbon dioxide.

Question 36

The presence of pus in the pleural cavity is called:

A) empyema.
B) pyosis.
C) pyemia.
D) pyothoracosis.
E) empyosis.

Question 37

Absence of the sense of smell is called:

A) epistaxis.
B) siderosis.
C) anosmia.
D) ascites.
E) anoxia.

Question 38

Which is a characteristic of influenza?

A) Chronic cough
B) Bacterial origin
C) Productive cough
D) Myalgia
E) Hemoptysis

Question 39

Which term refers to any inflammatory condition of the lungs?

A) Pneumoconiosis
B) Lobar pneumonia
C) Pneumonopathy
D) Bronchitis
E) Pneumonia

Question 40

Which is a hereditary disorder that commonly affects the lungs?

A) Respiratory distress syndrome
B) Cystic fibrosis
C) Tuberculosis
D) Pneumocystis pneumonia
E) Hyaline membrane disease

Question 41

Which type of influenza is associated with worldwide epidemics?

A) Virulent
B) Bacterial
C) Type A
D) Type B
E) Type C

Question 42

Accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity is called:

A) pleurisy.
B) pertussis.
C) hypoxia.
D) pulmonary embolism.
E) pyothorax.

Question 43

A high-pitched,harsh,adventitious breath sound caused by a spasm or swelling of the larynx or an obstruction in the upper airway is called:

A) stridor.
B) Cheyne-Stokes.
C) coryza.
D) empyema.
E) ascites.

Question 44

The ease with which lungs expand and fill with air is called:

A) expectancy.
B) aeration.
C) compliance.
D) surfactant.
E) ventilation.

Question 45

Which is an accumulation of extravascular fluid in lung tissues and alveoli,commonly caused by heart failure?

A) Pulmonary edema
B) Pulmonary embolus
C) Pulmonary thrombosis
D) Pneumoconiosis
E) Pneumonitis

Question 46

Reye syndrome is associated with:

A) antihistamines.
B) antitussives.
C) aspirin.
D) decongestants.
E) expectorants.

Question 47

Which is a lung disease that produces a thick (viscous)mucus that blocks airways?

A) Cheyne-Stokes
B) Coryza
C) Croup
D) Cystic fibrosis
E) Pertussis

Question 48

Irrigation of the paranasal sinuses to remove mucopurulent material is called:

A) decortication.
B) consolidation.
C) rhinorrhea.
D) sinusitis.
E) antral lavage.

Question 49

Which is an occupational disorder commonly caused by inhaling dust particles?

A) Coryza
B) Pneumoconiosis
C) Alveolitis
D) Cystic fibrosis
E) Epistaxis

Question 50

Which is an abnormal respiratory sound heard on auscultation?

A) Rale
B) Coryza
C) Anosmia
D) Paroxysm
E) Epistaxis

Question 51

Which procedure helps evaluate the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air?

A) Bronchoscopy
B) Pulmonary function studies
C) Arterial blood gases
D) Sweat test
E) Sputum culture

Question 52

Gently tapping the chest with the fingers to determine the position,size,or consistency of the underlying structures is called:

A) palpation.
B) auscultation.
C) inspection.
D) provision.
E) percussion.

Question 53

The term epistaxis means:

A) coughing.
B) an abnormal respiratory sound.
C) shallow breathing.
D) a nosebleed.
E) an insufficiency of blood oxygen.

Question 54

Which is a noninvasive test that monitors the percentage of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen?

A) Pulmonary function studies
B) Mantoux test
C) Polysomnography
D) Spirometry
E) Oximetry

Question 55

Swelling of the nasal sinuses associated with upper respiratory infections commonly causes:

A) apnea.
B) anosmia.
C) acidosis.
D) asphyxia.
E) atelectasis.

Question 56

Hyaline membrane disease in preterm infants is commonly caused by:

A) pulmonary edema.
B) pulmonary effusions.
C) insufficient surfactant.
D) upper respiratory infections.
E) croup.

Question 57

Solidification of the lungs is called:

A) sclerosis.
B) pneumoconiosis.
C) consolidation.
D) hemoptysis.
E) thoracostenosis.

Question 58

The sweat test is used to diagnose:

A) tuberculosis.
B) cystic fibrosis.
C) pneumonoconiosis.
D) pneumonia.
E) strep throat.

Question 59

A collapsed or airless lung is called:

A) atelectasis.
B) apnea.
C) asphyxia.
D) anosmia.
E) cyanosis.

Question 60

Excess of carbon dioxide (CO₂)in the blood is called:

A) hypoxia.
B) hypoxemia.
C) hypercapnia.
D) hyperoxia.
E) hypocapnia.

Question 61

Which method of positioning a patient ensures that gravity aids in clearing bronchi and lungs of secretions?

A) Orthopnea
B) Decubitus
C) Pronation
D) Postural drainage
E) Supination

Question 62

Which organism causes tuberculosis?

A) AFB
B) AFT
C) ABG
D) PFT
E) HMD

Question 63

Which imaging procedure evaluates airflow and blood flow in the lungs to detect a blood clot?

A) Computed tomography pulmonary angiography
B) Ventilation-profusion (V-Q)scan
C) Chest x-ray
D) Chest ultrasonography
E) Positron emission tomography

Question 64

Which is an intradermal test used to determine tuberculin sensitivity?

A) Oximetry
B) Culture and sensitivity
C) Pulmonary function studies
D) Mantoux test
E) PCP test

Question 65

Which laboratory test identifies the disease-causing organisms of the lower respiratory tract?

A) Arterial blood gas
B) Throat culture
C) Sputum culture
D) Sweat test
E) Throat swab

Question 66

Which laboratory test measures dissolved O₂ and CO₂ in arteries?

A) Oximetry
B) Oxygen saturation
C) Spirometry
D) Arterial blood gas
E) Blood urea nitrogen

Question 67

Which medication suppresses coughing?

A) Expectorant
B) Vasoconstrictor
C) Mucolytic
D) Antitussive
E) Antihistamine

Question 68

Which medication treats sneezing,runny nose,itchiness,and rashes?

A) Vasoconstrictor
B) Expectorant
C) Mucolytic
D) Antitussive
E) Antihistamine

Question 69

Which medication expands air passages?

A) Expectorant
B) Bronchodilator
C) Mucolytic
D) Antitussive
E) Antihistamine

Question 70

Which procedure is a surgical repair of the nose to correct birth defects or for cosmetic purposes?

A) Septoplasty
B) Rhinoplasty
C) Sinusotomy
D) Septostomy
E) Rhinocephaly

Question 71

Which procedure is a surgical puncture of the pleural cavity?

A) Pneumocentesis
B) Empyema
C) Pneumotomy
D) Thoracotomy
E) Thoracentesis

Question 72

Which imaging test combines computed tomography (CT)and angiography to produce images of pulmonary arteries?

A) Magnetic resonance imaging
B) Radiography
C) Fluoroscopy
D) Alveoli-Q scan
E) Computed tomography pulmonary angiography

Question 73

Visual examination of the heart,trachea,esophagus,bronchus,and thymus is called:

A) mediastinoscopy.
B) tracheoscopy.
C) thoroscopy.
D) pneumonoscopy.
E) bronchoscopy.

Question 74

Removal of a lobe of the lung is called:

A) pneumonectomy.
B) pulmonectomy.
C) lobectomy.
D) bronchotomy.
E) pneumonotomy.

Question 75

Visual examination of the voice box is called:

A) laryngoscopy.
B) pharyngoscopy.
C) mediastinoscopy.
D) bronchoscopy.
E) enteroscopy.

Question 76

Which procedure is a surgical correction of a deviated nasal septum?

A) Septoplasty
B) Septostomy
C) Septotomy
D) Rhinoplasty
E) Nasoplasty

Question 77

Which test assesses the ability of the lungs to take in and expel air and evaluates gas exchange across the alveolocapillary membrane?

A) T&A
B) PFT
C) ABG
D) AFB
E) PFT.

Question 78

Treatment of lung disorders using medications delivered directly to the lungs is called:

A) antral lavage.
B) thoracentesis.
C) aerosol therapy.
D) chemotherapy.
E) actinotherapy.

Question 79

Use of a stethoscope to detect abnormal lung sounds is called:

A) stethogram.
B) percussion.
C) stridor.
D) aeration.
E) auscultation.

Question 80

A surgical opening in the neck for insertion of a breathing tube is called:

A) tracheotomy.
B) tracheostomy.
C) lobotomy.
D) lobectomy.
E) tracheoplasty.