Respiratory Disorders and Treatments (lesson 5)

Question 1

Define lung cancer

Answer 1

Cause: Smoking and second-hand smoke
Treatment: Radiation, chemo, surgery

Question 2

Define bronchitis

Answer 2

Caused: Viruses, bacteria, constant irritation of bronchial tubes like smoking
Treatment: Rest, drink fluids, non prescription cough meds, antibiotics if bacterial

Question 3

Define asthma

Answer 3

Caused: Genetic or environmentally induced
Treatment: Daily meds and inhaler
-Alveolar ducts clog with mucus