AMCA Respiratory System Terms

Question 1

pharyngitis

Answer 1

inflammation fo the pharynx, most often caused by viral infection

Question 2

rhinitis

Answer 2

inflammation of the nasal mucosa, causing nasal congestion, sneezing, and itching of the nose

Question 3

atelectasis

Answer 3

a collapsed or airless state of the lung that results in hypoxia

Question 4

COPD

Answer 4

a group of common chronic respiratory disorders that are characterize by progressive tissue loss and obstruction in the airways of the lungs

Question 5

asthma

Answer 5

a respiratory disorder characterized by recurring episodes of paroxysmal dyspnea, wheezing on expiration and inspiration caused by constriction of the bronchi, cough and viscous mucoid bronchial secretions.

Question 6

cystic fibrosis

Answer 6

inherited autosomal-recessive disorder of exocrine glands, production of abnormally thick secretions of mucus, and an increase in the enzymes of the saliva

Question 7

pleurisy

Answer 7

inflammation of the pleural membranes

Question 8

tuberculosis

Answer 8

tuberculosis transmitted through inhalation of airborne droplets, prolonged direct contact with infected individuals, consumption of contaminated milk, or contact with infected cattle. caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis