Which of the following is not a feature of COPD? Most patients have a genetic disposition towards COPD, Dyspnea becomes progressively more severe, Most patients have a history of smoking, Most COPD patients are hypoxic
Respiratory Conditions Flashcard

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Most patients have a genetic disposition towards COPD
Answer explanation
Most patients with COPD do not have a genetic predisposition; rather, the condition is primarily linked to environmental factors, especially smoking. The other options accurately describe features of COPD.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Mrs. Sanchez, a long-time smoker, is complaining that she has developed a persistent cough. What is your first guess as to her condition?
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Chronic bronchitis
Answer explanation
Mrs. Sanchez's persistent cough, combined with her history as a long-time smoker, strongly suggests chronic bronchitis, a common condition among smokers characterized by a long-term cough and mucus production.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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An inherited disease affecting the secretory cells of the lungs, which leads to obstruction of the airways due to thick mucus accumulation is
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Cystic fibrosis
Answer explanation
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that affects the secretory cells in the lungs, causing thick mucus accumulation that obstructs airways. This distinguishes it from other options like pulmonary fibrosis and mesothelioma.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Inhalation of food or other foreign substance into the lungs, can lead to this condition
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Aspiration pneumonia
Answer explanation
Inhalation of food or foreign substances can cause aspiration pneumonia, an infection in the lungs due to these materials. Other options like pleurisy and pulmonary tamponade are unrelated to inhalation of foreign substances.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Inflammation of the bronchi, which causes swelling of the lining of the bronchial tubes is
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Bronchitis
Answer explanation
Bronchitis is the inflammation of the bronchi, leading to swelling of the bronchial tubes' lining. This distinguishes it from bronchiectasis, emphysema, and pulmonary fibrosis, which involve different respiratory issues.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The bluish discoloration that results from inadequate oxygenation of the tissue is
Back
Cyanosis
Answer explanation
Cyanosis is the bluish discoloration of the skin due to inadequate oxygenation of the tissues, making it the correct answer. Xanthosis refers to yellowing, erythema indicates redness, and dermatosis is a general term for skin diseases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A respiratory disease caused by a sensitivity to an allergen with wheezing dyspnea, with inflamed bronchi is
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Asthma
Answer explanation
Asthma is a respiratory disease characterized by wheezing, dyspnea, and inflamed bronchi due to sensitivity to allergens. This distinguishes it from atelectasis, emphysema, and COPD, which have different causes and symptoms.
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