Question 1

Asthma:

Accepted Answer

Chronic airway inflammation causing breathing difficulty.

Question 2

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD):

Accepted Answer

Lung disease causing persistent breathing problems.

Question 3

Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases:

Accepted Answer

Conditions with narrowed airways blocking airflow.

Question 4

Triggers:

Accepted Answer

Factors that start or worsen asthma symptoms.

Question 5

Allergens:

Accepted Answer

Substances that cause allergic reactions.

Question 6

Tobacco Smoke:

Accepted Answer

Major cause and trigger of lung diseases.

Question 7

Exercise-Induced:

Accepted Answer

Asthma symptoms triggered by physical activity.

Question 8

Respiratory Infection:

Accepted Answer

Illnesses that can worsen asthma.

Question 9

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD):

Accepted Answer

Stomach acid backup that can trigger asthma.

Question 10

Air Pollutants:

Accepted Answer

Harmful substances in air that affect breathing.

Question 11

Emotional Stress:

Accepted Answer

Feelings that can make asthma worse.

Question 12

Genetics:

Accepted Answer

Family traits that increase disease risk.

Question 13

Early-Phase Response:

Accepted Answer

Immediate asthma reaction after exposure.

Question 14

Late-Phase Response:

Accepted Answer

Delayed, more severe asthma reaction.

Question 15

Bronchospasm:

Accepted Answer

Sudden tightening of airway muscles.

Question 16

Inflammation:

Accepted Answer

Swelling and irritation in airways.

Question 17

Airway Hyper-responsiveness:

Accepted Answer

Overly sensitive airways.

Question 18

Airway Remodeling:

Accepted Answer

Permanent changes to airway structure.

Question 19

Status Asthmaticus:

Accepted Answer

Severe, life-threatening asthma attack.

Question 20

FEV₁ (Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second):

Accepted Answer

Air exhaled in first second.

Question 21

FVC (Forced Vital Capacity):

Accepted Answer

Total air exhaled forcefully.

Question 22

Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF):

Accepted Answer

Maximum breathing out speed.

Question 23

Controllers:

Accepted Answer

Daily medications to prevent symptoms.

Question 24

Relievers:

Accepted Answer

Quick-relief medications for attacks.

Question 25

Corticosteroids:

Accepted Answer

Anti-inflammatory medications.

Question 26

Bronchodilators:

Accepted Answer

Medications that open airways.

Question 27

β-Adrenergic Agonists:

Accepted Answer

Bronchodilators that relax airway muscles.

Question 28

Anticholinergics:

Accepted Answer

Bronchodilators that block nerve signals.

Question 29

Methylxanthines:

Accepted Answer

Older type of bronchodilator.

Question 30

Antileukotrienes:

Accepted Answer

Medications blocking inflammation chemicals.

Question 31

Biological Therapy:

Accepted Answer

Advanced treatment targeting immune system.

Question 32

Metered-Dose Inhaler (MDI):

Accepted Answer

Pressurized asthma medication device.

Question 33

Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI):

Accepted Answer

Breath-activated medication device.

Question 34

Spacer:

Accepted Answer

Attachment to improve inhaler medication delivery.

Question 35

Nebulizer:

Accepted Answer

Machine that turns liquid medicine into mist.

Question 36

Asthma Action Plan:

Accepted Answer

Written instructions for managing asthma.

Question 37

Self-Management:

Accepted Answer

Patient's active role in controlling condition.

Question 38

Chronic Bronchitis:

Accepted Answer

Long-term cough with mucus (COPD type).

Question 39

Emphysema:

Accepted Answer

Lung damage causing air trapping (COPD type).

Question 40

Dyspnea:

Accepted Answer

Shortness of breath.

Question 41

Mucus Hypersecretion:

Accepted Answer

Excessive mucus production.

Question 42

Hyperinflation:

Accepted Answer

Over-expanded lungs unable to empty properly.

Question 43

Barrel-Chest:

Accepted Answer

Rounded chest shape from air trapping.

Question 44

Cor Pulmonale:

Accepted Answer

Right heart failure from lung disease.

Question 45

Acute Exacerbation of COPD (AECOPD):

Accepted Answer

Sudden worsening of COPD symptoms.

Question 46

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency:

Accepted Answer

Genetic condition causing COPD.

Question 47

Modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) Dyspnea Scale:

Accepted Answer

Measures breathlessness severity.

Question 48

Long-Term Oxygen Therapy (LTOT):

Accepted Answer

Continuous oxygen for chronic low oxygen.

Question 49

Pulmonary Rehabilitation:

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive program to improve lung health.

Question 50

Pursed-Lip Breathing:

Accepted Answer

Breathing technique to reduce shortness of breath.

Question 51

Diaphragmatic Breathing:

Accepted Answer

Deep breathing using diaphragm muscle.

Question 52

Huff Coughing:

Accepted Answer

Technique to clear mucus without tiring.

Question 53

Energy Conservation:

Accepted Answer

Methods to save energy during daily activities.

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module 6 Respiratory Part 2

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