Match each definition with the correct term.
-hemoptysis
A)also known as a nosebleed
B)accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity
C)accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity
D)progressive loss of lung function due to destruction of the alveoli
E)spitting of blood or blood-stained sputum

Question

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Hemoptysis refers to the spitting of blood or blood-stained sputum.

Answer: B 
 Accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity is known as hemothorax.

Answer: C 
 Accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity is known as empyema.

Answer: D 
 Progressive loss of lung function due to destruction of the alveoli is known as emphysema.

Answer: A 
 Nosebleed is also known as epistaxis, not hemoptysis.

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term