Pulmonology Quizzes: Master Respiratory System Diseases

Question 1

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with asthma?

Accepted Answer

Fever

Answer

Wheezing

Answer

Coughing

Answer

Shortness of breath

Question 2

What is the primary etiology of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

Accepted Answer

Cigarette smoking

Answer

Air pollution

Answer

Genetics

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Viral infections

Question 3

Which auscultatory finding is characteristic of pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

Crackles

Answer

Wheezes

Answer

Bronchial breath sounds

Answer

Stridor

Question 4

What is the most common causative agent of community-acquired pneumonia in adults?

Accepted Answer

Streptococcus pneumoniae

Answer

Haemophilus influenzae

Answer

Chlamydia pneumoniae

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Question 5

What is the recommended duration of antibiotic therapy for uncomplicated pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

7-10 days

Answer

5 days

Answer

14 days

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21 days

Question 6

What is the primary mechanism of action of leukotriene inhibitors in asthma?

Accepted Answer

Inhibiting leukotriene synthesis

Answer

Blocking histamine receptors

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Reducing airway inflammation

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Promoting bronchodilation

Question 7

Which of the following is a key symptom of asthma?

Accepted Answer

Wheezing

Answer

Chest pain

Answer

Cough

Answer

Fever

Question 8

A chest X-ray is primarily used to confirm the diagnosis of which respiratory condition?

Accepted Answer

Pneumonia

Answer

Asthma

Answer

COPD

Answer

Empyema

Question 9

Inhaled corticosteroids used in the treatment of asthma primarily work by:

Accepted Answer

Reducing airway inflammation

Answer

Dilating the airways

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Inhibiting mucus production

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Causing vasodilation

Question 10

The primary function of the respiratory system is:

Accepted Answer

Exchanging gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide)

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Regulating body temperature

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Eliminating waste

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Protecting against pathogens

Question 11

Which of the following spirometry parameters is used to assess the severity of airflow obstruction?

Accepted Answer

Forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1)

Answer

Forced vital capacity (FVC)

Answer

Peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR)

Answer

Vital capacity (VC)

Question 12

The primary muscle responsible for inspiration is the:

Accepted Answer

Diaphragm

Answer

Intercostal muscles

Answer

Abdominal muscles

Answer

Sternocleidomastoid muscle

Question 13

Which medication class is commonly used as a bronchodilator in acute COPD exacerbations?

Accepted Answer

Inhaled beta-agonists

Answer

Antibiotics

Answer

Mucolytics

Answer

Oral steroids

Question 14

Which diagnostic test is considered the gold standard for confirming a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis?

Accepted Answer

Sweat chloride test

Answer

Auscultation of the chest with a stethoscope

Answer

Chest X-ray

Answer

Pulmonary function test

Question 15

In respiratory medicine, what is the main mechanism of action of mucolytics?

Accepted Answer

Breaking down mucus glycoproteins, reducing viscosity, and aiding expectoration

Answer

Increasing mucus production to enhance mucociliary clearance

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Inhibiting mucociliary clearance, leading to mucus accumulation

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Altering mucus pH to increase its fluidity

Question 16

Which of the following is a key characteristic of asthma?

Accepted Answer

Wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath

Answer

Irreversible airflow obstruction

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Productive cough with green or yellow sputum

Question 17

How do mucolytics enhance respiratory function?

Accepted Answer

Reduce mucus viscosity and promote its breakdown

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Increase mucus production

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Directly stimulate cilia

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Decrease airway inflammation

Question 18

What is the leading cause of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

Accepted Answer

Smoking

Answer

Occupational exposure

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Genetic predisposition

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Air pollution

Question 19

Which of the following is a characteristic finding of pneumonia on chest X-ray?

Accepted Answer

Consolidation

Answer

Nodules

Answer

Pneumothorax

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Cavitation

Question 20

What is the primary mechanism of action of bronchodilators in the management of asthma?

Accepted Answer

Relaxation of airway smooth muscle

Answer

Prevention of mast cell degranulation

Answer

Inhibition of mucus production

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Reduction of inflammation

Question 21

Which of the following is a type of respiratory acidosis?

Accepted Answer

Hypoventilation

Answer

Respiratory alkalosis

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Metabolic acidosis

Question 22

Identify the primary function of the respiratory system.

Accepted Answer

Gas exchange

Answer

Fluid balance

Answer

Immune defense

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Temperature regulation