Drugs for Respiratory Disorders (Part 01)

Question 1

A disease that is chronic, irreversible obstruction of airflow.

Answer 1

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Question 2

The greatest risk factor of COPD is __________.

Answer 2

Cigarette Smoking

Question 3

(T/F): Inflammation is absent in the small airways in all cigarette smokers.

Answer 3

F / Absent / PRESENT

Question 4

(T/F): Inflammation is the abnormal protective response of the body against toxins. However, it is amplified in COPD.

Answer 4

F / Abnormal / NORMAL

Question 5

It increases mucus production.

Answer 5

Protease

Question 6

It maintains homeostasis.

Answer 6

Antiprotease

Question 7

Productive Cough

Answer 7

Mucus Hypersecretion

Question 8

Difficulty in Expectoring

Answer 8

Ciliary Dysfunction

Question 9

Hyperinflation at Rest and Dynamic Hyperinflation during Exercise

Answer 9

Airway Obstruction

Question 10

Arterial Hypoxemia

Answer 10

Gas Exchange Abnormalities

Question 11

Skeletal Muscle Wasting, Osteoporosis, Depression, and Anxiety

Answer 11

Systemic Effects

Question 12

Three (3) Types of COPD

Answer 12

1. Asthmatic Bronchitis
2. Chronic Bronchitis
3. Emphysema

Question 13

A long-term inflammation of the bronchi.

Answer 13

Chronic Bronchitis

Question 14

A condition that involves damage to the walls of the air sacs (alveoli) of the lung.

Answer 14

Emphysema

Question 15

Stage 1 of COPD

Answer 15

Mild COPD

Question 16

Stage 2 of COPD

Answer 16

Moderate COPD

Question 17

Stage 3 of COPD

Answer 17

Severe COPD

Question 18

Stage 4 of COPD

Answer 18

Very Severe COPD

Question 19

It is also known as Hay Fever.

Answer 19

Allergic Rhinitis

Question 20

An inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose.

Answer 20

Allergic Rhinitis (“Hay Fever”)

Question 21

Two (2) Types of Allergic Rhinitis

Answer 21

1. Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
2. Perennial Allergic Rhinitis

Question 22

It occurs during the spring and fall season. Caused typically in response to outdoor allergens like pollen.

Answer 22

Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

Question 23

It can occur year round, or at any time during the year. Caused typically in response to indoor substances, like dust mites and pet dander.

Answer 23

Perennial Allergic Rhinitis

Question 24

Two (2) Types of Allergic Rhinitis (Based on Occurrence of Symptoms)

Answer 24

1. Intermittent
2. Persistent

Question 25

A viral infection of your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract).

Answer 25

Common Colds