Description : Which of the following options correctly represents the lung conditions in asthma and emphysema, respectively? (a) Inflammation of bronchioles; Decreased respi- ratory surface (b) ... respiratory surface; Inflammation of bronchioles (d) Decreased respiratory surface; Inflammation of bronchioles
Last Answer : (a) Inflammation of bronchioles; Decreased respi- ratory surface
Description : Which of the following options correctly represents the lung conditions in asthma and emphysema, respectively ? (1) Inflammation of bronchioles; Decreased respiratory surface (2) ... respiratory surface; Inflammation of bronchioles (4) Decreased respiratory surface; Inflammation of bronchioles
Last Answer : (1) Inflammation of bronchioles; Decreased respiratory surface
Description : Emphysema is described as: a) A disease of the airways characterized by destruction of the walls of overdistended alveoli. Emphysema is a category of COPD. b) A disease that results in ... disease described. d) Chronic dilatation of a bronchus or bronchi Bronchiectasis is the condition described.
Last Answer : a) A disease of the airways characterized by destruction of the walls of overdistended alveoli. Emphysema is a category of COPD.
Description : Name the chronic respiratory disorder caused mainly by cigarette smoking. (a) Respiratory acidosis (b) Respiratory alkalosis (c) Emphysema (d) Asthma
Last Answer : (c) Emphysema
Description : Name the pulmonary disease in which alveolar surface area involved in gas exchange is drastically reduced due to damage in the alveolar walls. (a) Pneumonia (b) Asthma (c) Pleurisy (d) Emphysema
Last Answer : (d) Emphysema
Description : Excessive/chronic use of which of the following drugs is the root cause of lung cancer, cough bronchitis, emphysema, hypertension and cardiovascular symptoms? (a) Caffeine (b) Nicotine: cigarettes and chewing tobacco (c) Cocaine (d) Methadrine
Last Answer : Ans:(b)
Description : Which of the following diseases is NOT caused by the smog? (1) Asthma (2) Throat Cancer (3) Emphysema (4) Breathing problem
Last Answer : (2) Throat Cancer Explanation: Throat cancer can start in the oesophagus (food pipe), larynx (voice box), thyroid gland or cells lining the throat (squamous cells).
Description : Which of the following types of lung cancer is characterized as fast growing and tending to arise peripherally? a) Large cell carcinoma Large cell carcinoma is a fast-growing tumor that ... cell carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma arises from the bronchial epithelium and is more centrally located.
Last Answer : a) Large cell carcinoma Large cell carcinoma is a fast-growing tumor that tends to arise peripherally.
Description : Two conditions in which gluconeogenesis is increased are (A) Diabetes mellitus and atherosclerosis (B) Fed condition and thyrotoxicosis (C) Diabetes mellitus and Starvation (D) Alcohol intake and cigarette smoking
Last Answer : C
Description : Lungs are made up of air-filled sacs, the alveoli. They do not collapse even after forceful expiration, because of (a) inspiratory reserve volume (b) tidal volume (c) expiratory reserve volume (d) residual volume.
Last Answer : (d) residual volume.
Description : Lungs are made up of air-filled sacs, the alveoli. They do not collapse even after forceful expiration, because of: (1) Inspiratory Reserve Volume (2) Tidal Volume (3) Expiratory Reserve Volume (4) Residual Volume
Last Answer : (4) Residual Volume
Description : Match column-I and II `{:("Column-I","Column-II"),("(A)Asthma", "(i)Alveolar wall demaged"),("(B)Emphysema","(ii)Inflammation leading to fibrosis"),("
Last Answer : Match column-I and II `{:("Column-I","Column-II"),("(A)Asthma", "(i)Alveolar wall ... )Wheezing due to inflammation of bronchi and bronchioles "):}`
Description : Very high number of alveoli present in a lung is meant for
Last Answer : Very high number of alveoli present in a lung is meant for A. More space for increasing ... . Making the organ spongy D. Increasing nerve supply
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning carbon dioxide kinetics? a. The amount of carbon dioxide produced is equivalent to the amount of oxygen consumed b. Carbon dioxide levels ... tissues d. The amount of carbon dioxide excreted is a function of ventilation of perfused alveoli
Last Answer : Answer: a, c, d The total amount of carbon dioxide produced by systemic metabolism is roughly equivalent to the amount of oxygen consumed (100-120 cc/m2/min, 200 cc/min in a typical ... carbon dioxide excreted is a function of ventilation of perfused alveoli (i.e. the alveolar ventilation/min).
Description : Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning CO2 transfer in the lung? a. Carbon dioxide excretion is a direct function of alveolar ventilation b. Normally end tidal ... d. Positive pressure ventilation under normal airway pressures creates a significant end tidal PaCO2 gradient
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c The amount of carbon dioxide excretion is directly related to alveolar ventilation. While oxygenation is a function of matching blood flow to alveoli, carbon dioxide excretion is ... high (over 30 cm H2O) and the compression volume is a significant component of each exhaled breath
Description : Which of the following terms refers to lung tissue that has become more solid in nature due to a collapse of alveoli or infectious process? a) Consolidation Consolidation occurs during an ... chronic infection. d) Empyema Empyema refers to accumulation of purulent material in the pleural space.
Last Answer : a) Consolidation Consolidation occurs during an infectious process such as pneumonia.
Description : Fatal degenerative lung disease caused by particulate asbestos is referred to as -------? A. asbestosis (Answer) B. asthma C. allergy D. sinusitis
Last Answer : A. asbestosis (Answer)
Description : Which of the following tests is used at home to assess therapy and determine if a patient with asthma should seek emergency care? (a) Forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) (b) Forced vital capacity ... ) Total lung capacity (TLC) (d) Peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) (e) Residual volume (RV)
Last Answer : Ans: D
Description : The primary goals of asthma therapy include all of the following except (a) maintain normal activity levels (b) maintain control of symptoms (c) avoid adverse effects of asthma medications (d) prevent acute exacerbations and chronic symptoms (e) prevent destruction of lung tissue
Last Answer : Ans: E
Description : In comparison to inhaled β 2 adrenergic agonists, the inhaled anticholinergics: A. Are more effective in bronchial asthma B. Are better suited for control of an acute attack of asthma C. Produce slower response in bronchial asthma D. Produce little benefit in chronic obstructive lung disease
Last Answer : C. Produce slower response in bronchial asthma
Description : Which form of drug abuse involves most risk of infection with the HIV (AIDS) virus ? A. Cigarette smoking B. Using alcholo C. Injection of heroine (Answer) D. Taking too much aspirin E. None of these
Last Answer : C. Injection of heroine (Answer)
Description : Which one of the following is the correct statement for respiration in humans? (a) Cigarette smoking may lead to inflammation of bronchi. (b) Neural signals from pneumotoxic centre in pons region ... . (d) About 90% of carbon dioxide (CO2) is carried by haemoglobin as carbamino-haemoglobin.
Last Answer : (c) Workers in grinding and stone-breaking industries may suffer from lung fibrosis.
Description : Which one of the following is the correct statement for respiration in humans ? (1) About 90% of carbon dioxide (CO2 ) is carried by haemoglobin as carbamino-haemoglobin (2) Cigarette smoking ... of inspiration (4) Workers in grinding and stone-breaking industries may suffer, from lung fibrosis.
Last Answer : (4) Workers in grinding and stone-breaking industries may suffer, from lung fibrosis.
Description : Identify the wrong statement with reference to transport of oxygen. (a) Binding of oxygen with haemoglobin is mainly related to partial pressure of O2. (b) Partial pressure of CO2 can interfere ... the formation of oxyhaemoglobin. (d) Low pCO2 in alveoli favours the formation of oxyhaemoglobin.
Last Answer : (c) Higher H+ conc. in alveoli favours the formation of oxyhaemoglobin.
Description : From the point of view of lung damage, which is worse for a person's lung - second hand cigarette smoke, or second hand marijuana smoke?
Last Answer : answer:From the American Lung Association: Marijuana Smoke Smoke is harmful to lung health. Whether from burning wood, tobacco or marijuana, toxins and carcinogens are released from the combustion of ... in the home. Additional research on the health effects of secondhand marijuana smoke is needed.
Description : The phrase 'tragedy of commons’ is in the context of (A) tragic event related to damage caused by release of poisonous gases. (B) tragic conditions of poor people. (C) degradation of renewable free access resources (D) climate change
Last Answer : (C) degradation of renewable free access resources
Description : Carbon monoxide is a pollutant, which causes (A) Respiratory disease (e.g. asthma) (B) Asphyxiation (suffocation) leading to death (C) Retardation in crop growth (D) Damage to building materials like marble
Last Answer : (B) Asphyxiation (suffocation) leading to death
Description : Do you know of anyone who was diagnosed with lung cancer and survived long term?
Last Answer : This was before doctors became experts in cancer my Gramp's sister lived almost 20 years after they discovered hers & even then she didn't die from the cancer. A patient in her nursing home beat her with his cane ... in her mid 50's when she was diagnosed. She was in her early 70's when he hit her.
Description : What is the Life expectancy for Stage 4 Lung Cancer?
Last Answer : answer:I am sorry to hear about your sister. I wish you and your family the best. As to time, well I have found there is little or no certainity. It is best to do what you can and accept ... to do with emotional pain and physical pain and worry. But still it is the only answer I have, acceptance.
Description : Once they are put on a morphine drip, how much longer is a lung cancer patient likely to survive?
Last Answer : answer:I am so sorry. It can be weeks actually, but might be days. If she is going down hill fast I am betting days. Does your aunt want the drip turned up so things maybe can end sooner? She probably has ... ? I'm allergic to morphine, I hope I get hit by a bus on the way to hospice near the end.
Description : If lung cancer kills more people in the United States than any other cancer, why is it the biggest loser in cancer funding?
Last Answer : answer:Usually the thing that panics people the most gets more attention. That's why crime/guns get more attention than cars, even though cars hurt more people. Or raping children gets more attention than ... cancer is perceived to be the victim's fault, often enough (e.g., because of smoking).
Description : How long does the average lung cancer sufferer live without treatment?
Last Answer : Is she likely to make it to Christmas for example?
Description : I just found out that my mother may have lung cancer, Do you have any good advice?
Last Answer : While there is hope for recovery, focus on her care and keep her optimistic. If this hope fades, make her life as comfortable as possible. During this difficult time, make sure you form good memories with ... making her final days the best they can be. Above all else, make sure you have no regrets.
Description : Can powder mineral make-up cause lung cancer?
Last Answer : There are mass quantities of dust particles and fine aerosol particles suspended in the atmosphere (read: air) with or without mineral makeup that you breathe in every moment of every day. My guess is: you’ll be fine.
Description : What else besides cancer could be the reason for a "spot on a lung"?
Last Answer : There are a number of things that could involve the lung, although a better description (other than saying a spot ) would help. These include: 1. Infections: Bacterial pneumonia, fungal pneumonia ( ... with the diagnosis, and he eventually may need a CT guided biopsy. Good luck and best wishes.
Description : Have you (personally) known anyone that had lung cancer? Do you remember what their initial symptoms were?
Last Answer : My grandma was just diagnosed. She found out from a routine check-up. She’s felt no pain or anything, but they initially thought it was something with the lymph nodes, but it led back to lung cancer.
Description : What is the length of time prognosis for systemic lung cancer?
Last Answer : I’m sorry to hear about your brother. These things are impossible to predict with any certainty, so I would try to get a better sense from him and his doctor. That said, 6 months to a year is optimistic.
Description : what is the survival rate for lung cancer
Last Answer : With treatment, the five-year survival rate is 14%.
Description : both skin and lung cancer are classified as carcinomas -General Knowledge
Last Answer : The given statement is true Carcinomas are cancers that begin in tissues lining the inner or outer surfaces of the body where the DNA of the cells become damaged. Lung cancer and one type of skin cancer are carcinomas.
Description : Which metal is exposed to lung cancer ?
Last Answer : Lung cancer is caused by exposure to nickel metal.
Description : What are the causes of lung cancer ?
Last Answer : Causes of Lung Cancer: Smoking is one of the major causes of Lung Cancer. Lung cancer is caused by exposure to air and environmental contaminants and exposure to substances that can cause pollution in ... . Tuberculosis or pneumonia causes a type of lesion in the lungs which later turns into cancer.
Description : What are the initial symptoms of lung cancer?
Last Answer : Because there are relatively few pain receptors in the lungs, lung cancer is not associated with any pain at first, and the first symptoms of pain appear only relatively late. Many times, the patient ... in the shoulder area, which is caused by suppressed nerves due to the growth of the tumor.
Description : Symptoms?
Last Answer : One cannot recognize it on its own. Only a doctor after a proper examination. There may be a number of symptoms, or there may not be any at all.
Description : How do voluntary health organizations such as American red cross the American cancer society the American heart association and the American lung association contribute to the community health?
Last Answer : What is the answer ?
Description : What substance in cigarette smoke causes lung cancer?
Last Answer : Nicotine
Description : How To Distinguish Between The Different Types Of Lung Cancer Treatment?
Last Answer : There are several different treatments available for lung cancer- and these can be used to address most types of cancers - andwhich specific treatment is used in which specific situation ... confined to palliative caredesigned only to ease the patient's suffering. Lung cancers can,furthermor
Description : If I detect my symptoms of lung cancer early, can I possibly cure my lung cancer?
Last Answer : Early detection in any form of cancer can potentially mean you can save/ prolong your life. It is always important to find out early but then again how early is early. This also is a big ... lung cancer and the treatment can be very different. Prevention is better then cure. Say no to smoking!
Description : Do people with lung cancer often need home ventilators?
Last Answer : In lung cancer the effective surface area reduces, leading to breathlessness. Actually human lungs have lot of spare capacity. A person can lead normal life even one lung is completely removed. All the same those who are suffering from extreme condtions are likely to need home ventilator.