Match each disease or condition with its corresponding definition or description.
-another term for a sore throat
A)epistaxis
B)atelectasis
C)rhinitis
D)chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
E)infant respiratory distress syndrome
F)pharyngitis
G)hemothorax
H)asthma
I)chronic bronchitis
J)epiglottitis

Question

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Pharyngitis is another term for a sore throat.

Answer: J
 Epiglottitis is a condition where the epiglottis becomes inflamed, causing difficulty breathing and swallowing.

Answer: C
 Rhinitis is inflammation of the nasal passages, often resulting in a runny nose or congestion.

Answer: D
 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe.

Answer: E
 Infant respiratory distress syndrome (IRDS) is a breathing disorder that primarily affects premature newborns.

Answer: H
 Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by difficulty breathing due to inflammation and narrowing of the airways.

Answer: I
 Chronic bronchitis is a type of COPD characterized by persistent inflammation and irritation of the bronchial tubes.

Answer: A
 Epistaxis is another term for nosebleed.

Answer: G
 Hemothorax is a condition where blood accumulates in the pleural cavity, often due to injury or trauma to the chest.

Match Each Disease or Condition with Its Corresponding Definition or Description