Chapter 7 Respiratory System Flashcard

Front

Mycoplasma pneumonia is also known as walking pneumonia.

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True

Front

Endotracheal intubation is a procedure in preparation for the placement of a feeding tube.

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False

Front

Pneumoconiosis is an abnormal condition caused by dust in the lungs.

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True

Front

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a special pressurized chamber.

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True

Front

Cystic fibrosis is a condition caused by a severe allergic reaction to inhaled pollutants.

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False

Front

The mediastinum is the cartilage that forms the lower portion of the breast bone.

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False

Front

Which condition is the progressive, long-term loss of lung function usually due to smoking?

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Emphysema

Front

Which mechanical device is used to replace or supplement the patient's natural breathing? Options: Nebulizer, Ventilator, Ambu bag, CPAP machine

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Ventilator

Front

Which term means a surgical incision into the chest walls to open the pleural cavity?

Back

Thoracotomy

Front

spitting of blood or blood-stained sputum from the lungs or bronchial tubes ________.

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Hemoptysis