Guess the Part
What is the main organ of the Respiratory system?
Lungs
What is the main function of the respiratory system?
Inhalation and exhalation of oxygen and carbon dioxide
What disease can cause symptoms like fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, and is caused by a virus that emerged in 2019?
COVID-19
During a pandemic, someone develops a fever and loses their sense of taste and smell. What precautions should they take, and what might they have?
Self-isolate, get tested for COVID-19
What muscle helps expand the lungs during breathing?
Diaphragm
What role does the diaphragm play in breathing?
Diaphragm contracts and relaxes for breathing
Which respiratory disease is commonly caused by bacteria and leads to inflammation of the lung's air sacs, sometimes filling them with fluid?
Pneumonia
You notice a person experiencing shortness of breath, coughing, and fatigue. Based on these symptoms, what could be happening?
Asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, or COPD
Which part of the respiratory system connects the throat to the lungs?
Trachea
What is the main function of the upper respiratory system?
Filters dust and pathogens through mucus and cilia
A disease that primarily affects the lungs and is characterized by a persistent cough, weight loss, and night sweats—what is it?
Tuberculosis (TB)
A patient is diagnosed with pneumonia. What treatment options might they consider, and how do they differ based on the cause?
Antibiotics, antivirals, or supportive care
What structure in the respiratory system is responsible for filtering and warming the air we inhale?
Nasal cavity
What does "oxygenation" mean in the context of the respiratory system?
Oxygen transferred to red blood cells and tissues
What respiratory condition is known for causing inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to wheezing and difficulty breathing?
Asthma
A person who has been smoking for many years starts experiencing a persistent cough, shortness of breath, and frequent respiratory infections. What might be the long-term effects of smoking on their respiratory system, and what steps could they take to improve their lung health?
COPD, lung cancer, reduced lung function