Match the following respiratory disorders with their explanations.

-Chronic dilation of a bronchus secondary to infection in the bronchial tree
A)asthma
B)atelectasis
C)bronchiectasis
D)chronic bronchitis
E)croup
F)cystic fibrosis
G)diphtheria
H)emphysema
I)epistaxis
J)pertussis

Question

Match the following respiratory disorders with their explanations.

-Chronic dilation of a bronchus secondary to infection in the bronchial tree
A)asthma
B)atelectasis
C)bronchiectasis
D)chronic bronchitis
E)croup
F)cystic fibrosis
G)diphtheria
H)emphysema
I)epistaxis
J)pertussis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Chronic dilation of a bronchus secondary to infection in the bronchial tree is known as bronchiectasis.

Answer: D
 Chronic bronchitis is a respiratory disorder characterized by chronic inflammation and irritation of the bronchial tubes.

Answer: F
 Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the respiratory and digestive systems.

Answer: H
 Emphysema is a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease characterized by the destruction of the walls of the alveoli in the lungs.

Answer: J
 Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis.

Match the Following Respiratory Disorders with Their Explanations