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Question #1

_____ is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States.

A Lung cancer

B Silicosis

C Pulmonary fibrosis

D Acute respiratory distress syndrome

Question #2

Which type of pneumonia is also known as mycoplasma pneumonia?

A viral

B walking

C hospital-acquired

D pneumocystis

Question #3

_____ involves breathing pure oxygen in a special chamber that allows air pressure to be raised up to three times higher than normal to promote healing and fight infection.

A Internal respiration

B Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

C Ventilator

D Supplemental oxygen

Question #4

A _____ is the surgical repair of parts of the nasal septum.

A tracheostomy

B laryngotomy

C septoplasty

D tracheotomy

Question #5

Which term, also known as abdominal breathing, is a relaxation technique used to relieve anxiety?

A respiration

B diaphragmatic breathing

C supplemental oxygen

D hyperventilation

Question #6

A/An _____ is a surgery in which a wedge-shaped piece of cancerous lung tissue is removed.

A pneumonectomy

B video-assisted thoracic surgery

C wedge resection

D lobectomy

Question #7

_____ is the act of taking air in as the diaphragm contracts and pulls downward.

A Respiration

B Inhalation

C Exhalation

D External respiration

Question #8

Which term means the permanent dilation of the bronchi caused by chronic infection and inflammation?

A bronchiectasis

B chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

C atelectasis

D emphysema

Question #9

Which term means bleeding from the lungs?

A pulmonary edema

B pneumorrhagia

C tracheorrhagia

D lobar pneumonia

Question #10

Which term is also known as acute nasopharyngitis?

A influenza

B croup

C upper respiratory infection

D acute respiratory distress syndrome

Question #11

A disease in which the airways have become inflamed due to recurrent exposure to an inhaled irritant is known as _____.

A chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

B chronic bronchitis

C upper respiratory infection

D pulmonary fibrosis

Question #12

Which term is also known as choking?

A expectoration

B airway obstruction

C respiratory failure

D apnea

Question #13

Which term is also known as a runny nose?

A sputum

B tracheorrhagia

C rhinorrhea

D allergic rhinitis

Question #14

An inexpensive handheld device used to let patients with asthma measure air flowing out of the lungs is known as a _____.

A pulmonary function test

B metered-dose inhaler

C nebulizer

D peak flow meter

Question #15

A/An _____ is the sudden blockage of a pulmonary artery by foreign matter.

A pulmonary embolism

B pulmonary edema

C respiratory failure

D airway obstruction

Question #16

Which part of the respiratory system is commonly known as the windpipe?

A pharynx

B trachea

C bronchi

D larynx

Question #17

The _____ is the portion of the pharynx used only for the transport of air.

A laryngopharynx

B larynx

C nasopharynx

D oropharynx

Question #18

Which are the largest of the paranasal sinuses?

A sphenoid sinuses

B frontal sinuses

C ethmoid sinuses

D maxillary sinuses

Question #19

The _____ is the thin, fluid-filled space also known as the pleural space.

A pleural cavity

B parietal pleura

C visceral pleura

D pleura

Question #20

Which type of pneumonia occurs when a foreign substance is inhaled into the lungs?

A aspiration

B community-acquired

C bacterial

D lobar

Question #21

A/An _____ is a mechanical device for artificial respiration that is used to replace or supplement the patient’s natural breathing function.

A Ambu bag

B BiPAP machine

C ventilator

D CPAP machine

Question #22

_____ is a lung disease that usually occurs after working in occupations such as foundry work, ceramics, and sandblasting.

A Pulmonary fibrosis

B Pneumoconiosis

C Asbestosis

D Silicosis

Question #23

A/An _____ is the excess accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, which keeps the lung from fully expanding.

A atelectasis

B bronchiectasis

C pulmonary edema

D pleural effusion

Question #24

Which condition is the temporary absence of spontaneous respiration?

A sleep apnea

B apnea

C respiratory failure

D eupnea

Question #25

Which term describes the exchange of gases within the cells of the blood and tissues?

A inhalation

B internal respiration

C external respiration

D exhalation

Question #26

____________________ is an acute respiratory syndrome in children and infants characterized by the obstruction of the larynx, hoarseness, and a barking cough.

A Croup

B Bradypnea

C Tuberculosis

D Alveoli

Question #27

A/An ____________________ is an inhaled medication that expands the opening of the passages into the lungs.

A sleep apnea

B bronchodilator

C bronchoscopy

D pulse oximeter

Question #28

A recording device that measures the amount of air inhaled or exhaled and the time required for each breath is called a ____________________.

A diphtheria

B asbestosis

C spirometer

D atelectasis

Question #29

The term ____________________ describes any change in vocal quality, including hoarseness, weakness, or the cracking of a boy’s voice in puberty.

A sleep apnea

B dysphonia

C sinusitis

D bronchoscopy

Question #30

The term ____________________ means breathing that is deeper and more rapid than is normal at rest.

A polysomnography

B emphysema

C aphonia

D hyperpnea

Question #31

The term ____________________ describes the incomplete expansion of part or all of a lung because of shallow breathing or because the air passages are blocked.

A cyanosis

B sleep apnea

C bronchoscopy

D atelectasis

Question #32

Now largely prevented through immunization, ____________________ is an acute bacterial infection of the throat and upper respiratory tract.

A diphtheria

B sinusitis

C bronchoscopy

D sleep apnea

Question #33

Particles of asbestos in the lungs cause the condition known as ____________________.

A dyspnea

B emphysema

C asbestosis

D aphonia

Question #34

____________________ is an abnormally slow rate of respiration, usually of less than 10 breaths per minute.

A Asphyxia

B Cystic fibrosis

C Anoxia

D Bradypnea

Question #35

____________________, which is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, usually attacks the lungs.

A Bradypnea

B Alveoli

C Tuberculosis

D Asphyxia

Question #36

____________________, also known as air sacs, are the very small, grapelike clusters found at the end of each bronchiole.

A Alveoli

B Anoxia

C Asphyxia

D Bradypnea

Question #37

A/An ____________________ is the accumulation of air in the pleural space.

A pneumothorax

B bronchoscopy

C diphtheria

D sleep apnea

Question #38

Bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes caused by a lack of adequate oxygen in the blood is called ____________________.

A atelectasis

B emphysema

C epistaxis

D cyanosis

Question #39

The term ____________________ describes an inflammation of the sinuses.

A sinusitis

B pertussis

C cyanosis

D asthma

Question #40

The visual examination of the bronchi with the use of a bronchoscope is known as ____________________.

A endarterectomy

B bronchoscopy

C polysomnography

D pneumonectomy

Question #41

A potentially serious disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep is known as ____________________.

A sleep apnea

B dyspnea

C aphonia

D emphysema

Question #42

A/An ____________________ is an external monitor to measure the oxygen saturation level in the blood.

A holter monitor

B ACE inhibitor

C Spirometer

D pulse oximeter

Question #43

The diagnostic test ____________________ is also known as a sleep study.

A polysomnography

B emphysema

C aphonia

D epistaxis

Question #44

The term ____________________ describes the loss of the ability of the larynx to produce normal speech sounds.

A sinusitis

B aphonia

C pneumothorax

D cyanosis

Question #45

The condition known as ____________________ is the progressive loss of lung function that is commonly attributed to long-term smoking.

A aphonia

B dyspnea

C emphysema

D emphysema

Question #46

A/An ____________________ is the surgical removal of all or part of a lung.

A polysomnography

B pneumonectomy

C endarterectomy

D bronchoscopy

Question #47

An excessive discharge of mucus from the bronchi is known by the medical term ____________________.

A bronchoscopy

B sleep apnea

C bronchorrhea

D sinusitis

Question #48

____________________ is the passage of a tube through the mouth into the trachea to establish or maintain an open airway.

A Cystic fibrosis

B Anoxia

C Asphyxia

D Endotracheal intubation

Question #49

Commonly known as shortness of breath, the medical term ____________________ describes difficult or labored breathing.

A dyspnea

B emphysema

C anoxia

D aphonia

Question #50

The term ____________________ describes an abnormally rapid rate of respiration usually of more than 20 breaths per minute.

A aphonia

B emphysema

C tachypnea

D hypopnea

Question #51

The condition known as ____________________ is a chronic allergic disorder characterized by episodes of severe breathing difficulty, coughing, and wheezing.

A empyema

B asthma

C emphysema

D aphonia

Question #52

____________________ is a genetic disorder in which the lungs and pancreas are clogged with large quantities of abnormally thick mucus.

A Asphyxia

B Anoxia

C Cheyne Stokes

D Cystic fibrosis

Question #53

A/An ____________________ is a contraction of the smooth muscle in the walls of the bronchi that tighten and squeeze the airway shut.

A sinusitis

B bronchospasm

C cyanosis

D bronchoscopy

Question #54

The severe absence of oxygen from the body’s tissues and organs is known as ____________________.

A asthma

B tachypnea

C anoxia

D dyspnea

Question #55

Commonly known as a nosebleed, the medical term for this condition is ____________________.

A polysomnography

B emphysema

C aphonia

D epistaxis

Question #56

The term ____________________ describes shallow or slow respiration.

A dyspnea

B tachypnea

C asthma

D hypopnea

Question #57

A/An ____________________ is medical equipment that dispenses doses of medication in the form of a mist.

A anoxia

B pulse oximeter

C bronchospasm

D nebulizer

Question #58

The medical term ____________________ is an abnormal condition caused by dust in the lungs.

A pneumoconiosis

B hypopnea

C anoxia

D epistaxis

Question #59

A/An ____________________ is a specialist in disorders of the head and neck.

A arachnologist

B pulmonologist

C dermatologist

D otolaryngologist

Question #60

The ____________________, which is the cavity located between the lungs, protects the heart, esophagus, trachea, and bronchi.

A dyspnea

B mediastinum

C bronchospasm

D bronchorrhea

Question #61

A/An ____________________ is an accumulation of pus in a body cavity.

A hypopnea

B aphonia

C emphysema

D empyema

Question #62

Commonly known as whooping cough, the medical term for this bacterial infection of the upper respiratory tract is ____________________.

A pertussis

B tachypnea

C dyspnea

D asthma

Question #63

____________________ respiration is an alternating pattern of slow breathing, the absence of breathing, and rapid breathing.

A Asphyxia

B Bradypnea

C Cheyne Stokes

D Anoxia

Question #64

A/An ____________________ is a medication administered to prevent or relieve coughing.

A nebulizer

B epistaxis

C antitussive

D anoxia

Question #65

____________________ is the condition that occurs when the body cannot get the air it needs to function.

A Anoxia

B Cystic fibrosis

C Cheyne Stokes

D Asphyxia

Question #66

Match the definition with the correct term. pleurodynia

A inflammation of the lungs

B thick mucus

C inflammation of the pleura

D pain in the pleura

Question #67

Match the definition with the correct term. pleurisy

A inflammation of the pleura

B also known as a sore throat

C inflammation of the lungs

D thick mucus

Question #68

Match the definition with the correct term. pneumonia

A pain in the pleura

B inflammation of the pleura

C inflammation of the lungs

D also known as a sore throat

Question #69

Match the definition with the correct term. phlegm

A pain in the pleura

B inflammation of the pleura

C inflammation of the lungs

D thick mucus

Question #70

Match the definition with the correct term. pharyngitis

A inflammation of the pleura

B inflammation of the lungs

C also known as a sore throat

D thick mucus

Question #71

Match the definition with the correct term. pulmonologist

A visual examination of the larynx with a laryngoscope

B sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx

C specialist in disorders of the respiratory system

D inflammation of the larynx

Question #72

Match the definition with the correct term. laryngoscopy

A inflammation of the larynx

B visual examination of the larynx with a laryngoscope

C surgical removal of the larynx

D specialist in disorders of the respiratory system

Question #73

Match the definition with the correct term. laryngospasm

A sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx

B visual examination of the larynx with a laryngoscope

C specialist in disorders of the respiratory system

D surgical removal of the larynx

Question #74

Match the definition with the correct term. laryngitis

A inflammation of the larynx

B sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx

C visual examination of the larynx with a laryngoscope

D specialist in disorders of the respiratory system

Question #75

Match the definition with the correct term. laryngectomy

A sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx

B surgical removal of the larynx

C visual examination of the larynx with a laryngoscope

D inflammation of the larynx

Question #76

Match the definition with the correct term.tracheotomy

A surgical incision into the pleural cavity

B emergency procedure performed to gain access to the airway

C surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity

D creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube

Question #77

Match the definition with the correct term.tracheostomy

A surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity

B creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube

C the presence of pus in the pleural cavity

D emergency procedure performed to gain access to the airway

Question #78

Match the definition with the correct term.thoracotomy

A emergency procedure performed to gain access to the airway

B surgical incision into the pleural cavity

C the presence of pus in the pleural cavity

D creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube

Question #79

Match the definition with the correct term.thoracentesis

A surgical incision into the pleural cavity

B surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity

C emergency procedure performed to gain access to the airway

D creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube

Question #80

Match the definition with the correct term.pyothorax

A creation of an opening into the trachea to insert a tube

B surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity

C surgical incision into the pleural cavity

D the presence of pus in the pleural cavity

Question #81

Match the definition with the correct term. hypoxia

A a collection of blood in the pleural cavity

B condition of below-normal oxygen levels in body tissues and organs

C the abnormal buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood

D coughing up blood or bloodstrained sputum

Question #82

Match the definition with the correct term. hypoxemia

A coughing up blood or bloodstrained sputum

B condition of below-normal oxygen levels in the blood

C condition of below-normal oxygen levels in body tissues and organs

D condition of below-normal oxygen levels in body tissues and organs

Question #83

Match the definition with the correct term. hypercapnia

A condition of below-normal oxygen levels in body tissues and organs

B condition of below-normal oxygen levels in the blood

C coughing up blood or bloodstrained sputum

D the abnormal buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood

Question #84

Match the definition with the correct term. hemothorax

A a collection of blood in the pleural cavity

B condition of below-normal oxygen levels in body tissues and organs

C the abnormal buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood

D condition of below-normal oxygen levels in the blood

Question #85

Match the definition with the correct term. hemoptysis

A coughing up blood or bloodstrained sputum

B the abnormal buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood

C condition of below-normal oxygen levels in the blood

D a collection of blood in the pleural cavity

Question #86

Match the definition with the correct word part. trache/o

A pharynx

B larynx

C windpipe

D nose

Question #87

Match the definition with the correct word part. thorac/o, -thorax

A bronchus

B chest

C nose

D lung

Question #88

Match the definition with the correct word part. sinus/o

A sinus

B nose

C larynx

D lung

Question #89

Match the definition with the correct word part. spir/o

A sleep

B voice or sound

C to breathe

D pleura

Question #90

Match the definition with the correct word part. pulmon/o

A bronchus

B larynx

C nose

D lung

Question #91

Match the definition with the correct word part. somn/o

A breathing

B lung

C pleura

D sleep

Question #92

Match the definition with the correct word part. pneum/o

A lung

B pleura

C voice or sound

D sleep

Question #93

Match the definition with the correct word part. -pnea

A lung

B breathing

C voice or sound

D sleep

Question #94

Match the definition with the correct word part. pleur/o

A pleura

B breathing

C sleep

D lung

Question #95

Match the definition with the correct word part. phon/o

A voice or sound

B pleura

C lung

D breathing

Question #96

Match the definition with the correct word part. pharyng/o

A oxygen

B pharynx

C larynx

D nose

Question #97

Match the definition with the correct word part. ox/o, ox/y

A nose

B oxygen

C larynx

D bronchus

Question #98

Match the definition with the correct word part. laryng/o

A oxygen

B nose

C larynx

D pharynx

Question #99

Match the definition with the correct word part. nas/o

A larynx

B oxygen

C nose

D pharynx

Question #100

Match the definition with the correct word part. bronch/o

A bronchus

B larynx

C nose

D oxygen

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