Match the following respiratory disorders with their explanations.

-Inflammation of bronchi persisting over a long period of time; type of COPD
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.

-Inflammation of bronchi persisting over a long period of time; type of COPD
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 bronchitis is defined as inflammation and irritation of bronchi persisting over a long period of time, often classified as a type of COPD.

Answer: A
 Asthma is a respiratory disorder characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing, wheezing, and coughing.

Answer: C
 Bronchiectasis is a chronic respiratory disorder characterized by the permanent dilation of the bronchi, leading to increased mucus production, coughing, and recurrent infections.

Answer: H
 Emphysema is a type of COPD characterized by the destruction of the air sacs in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing, coughing, and other respiratory symptoms.

Answer: J
 Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis, characterized by severe coughing spells and difficulty breathing.

Note: The other options (B, E, F, G, I) do not match the given descriptions of chronic respiratory disorders.

Match the Following Respiratory Disorders with Their Explanations