Diagnose me
Even when I participate in very mild exercise(eg. walking a flight of stairs), I am experiencing shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing. I don't feel sick otherwise
Asthma
How would you treat Influenza? (name 2 ways)
- Anti-viral medication (NOT ANTIBIOTICS!)
- Common medication such as Tylenol or Advil to help relieve symptoms
- Rest and hydrate
What is the leading cause of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
Smoking
What is sinusitis?
The inflammation of the tissues that line the sinuses
cilia
I have a lot of mucus in my throat, my nose is stuffy, and I feel pressure in my face and ears.
Sinusitis
What is the purpose of an endoscope?
The tube-like structure can be used to see images inside the body to diagnose patients
Influenza virus types A, B and C
What is Pneumonia?
Infection in your lungs that causes lung tissues to swell and can lead to fluid or pus in lungs
T or F: Breathing is regulated voluntarily by the Medulla Oblongata
F: Breathing is regulated INvoluntarily
I have a mild fever, body aches, and a sore throat. I've felt like this for a couple of days and it came out of nowhere.
Infleunza
What are bronchodilators?
Medications that relax the airways and widen the bronchi to make breathing easier
What is the cause of Cystic Fibrosis
A genetic mutation in the CFTR gene leads to cystic fibrosis
What is Asthma?
A chronic inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs, making it difficult to breath.
Where in the brain regulates our breathing?
Medulla oblongata
I have smoked for years and have recently developed a persistent cough, tightness in my chest, and when i cough my mucus comes out yellow or green.
Emphysema
Difference between antibiotics and antivirals
Antibiotics: used to treat bacterial infections, kill harmful bacteria
Antivirals: used to treat viruses, inhibit viruses ability to replicate
Name at least 2 causes of sinusitis
2. bacteria
3. seasonal allergies
What is Cystic Fibrosis?
A change in the CFTR gene causes thick mucus buildup and can damage lungs, pancreas, and other organs
F! Same amount of oxygen, but due to higher air pressure, less total air is available for breathing, making it harder to take in enough oxygen
I recently had a common cold but now I am experiencing shortness of breath, and a cough has developed. I am not experiencing a high fever or muscle aches.
Bronchitis
What is the cure for popcorn lung?
TRICK QUESTION! There isn't a cure(only treatments to ease symptoms) so take care of your lungs :)
What is the cause of emphysema?
What is Emphysema
Condition that develops as a result of damage to the walls of the alveoli
Why is popcorn lung called what it is?
The primary toxin that causes popcorn lung (diacetyl) used to be used as a flavouring for microwave popcorn