Match the terms with their correct descriptions/definitions.
-Strained, high-pitched noisy breathing
A)anthracosis
B)asthma
C)atelectasis
D)auscultation
E)bronchioalveolar lavage
F)bronchogenic carcinoma
G)emphysema
H)epistaxis
I)laryngoscopy
J)mesothelioma
K)paroxysmal
L)pertussis
M)pleural effusion
N)pulmonary edema
O)purulent
P)stridor
Q)thoracentesis
R)tracheostomy
S)tuberculosis
T)wheezes

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Stridor is a high-pitched noisy breathing that is usually heard during inspiration due to partial obstruction of the larynx or trachea.

Answer: B 
 Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing.

Answer: C 
 Atelectasis is a condition where a part or the entire lung collapses or becomes airless, often due to blockage of the air passages or from pressure on the lung.

Answer: D 
 Auscultation is the act of listening to sounds within the body, particularly with the use of a stethoscope, to detect normal and abnormal sounds such as respiratory, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal sounds.

Answer: E 
 Bronchoalveolar lavage is a diagnostic procedure where a bronchoscope is inserted into the lungs to wash and collect samples of cells and fluids from the bronchioles and alveoli for analysis.

Answer: F 
 Bronchogenic carcinoma is a type of lung cancer that originates from the cells lining the bronchi or bronchioles.

Answer: G 
 Emphysema is a chronic respiratory disease where the air spaces (alveoli) in the lungs are permanently enlarged and the walls of the alveoli are destroyed, leading to difficulty in breathing.

Answer: H 
 Epistaxis is the medical term for a nosebleed, where blood vessels in the nose rupture causing bleeding.

Answer: I 
 Laryngoscopy is the visual examination of the larynx (voice box) using a flexible or rigid endoscope inserted through the mouth or nose.

Answer: J 
 Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that develops from the mesothelial cells lining the lungs, abdomen, or heart, often caused by exposure to asbestos.

Answer: K 
 Paroxysmal refers to a sudden and unexpected onset of symptoms, such as coughing or sneezing, that come in spells or attacks.

Answer: L 
 Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacteria Bordetella pertussis, and is commonly known as whooping cough due to its distinctive sound.

Answer: M 
 Pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural space between the lungs and the chest wall, often caused by inflammation, infection, or heart failure.

Answer: N 
 Pulmonary edema is a buildup of fluid in the lungs that impedes breathing, often caused by heart failure, kidney failure, or high altitude.

Answer: O 
 Purulent describes a discharge or exudate that contains pus, which is a thick, yellowish or greenish fluid that forms from dead immune cells, bacteria, and other debris.

Answer: P 
 Stridor is a high-pitched noisy breathing that is usually heard during inspiration due to partial obstruction of the larynx or trachea.

Answer: Q 
 Thoracentesis is a procedure where a needle or a catheter is inserted through the chest wall into the pleural space to remove excess fluid or air.

Answer: R 
 Tracheostomy is a surgical procedure where an opening is made in the trachea (windpipe) to create a passage for breathing, often used for patients with obstructive sleep apnea, tumors, or severe respiratory distress.

Answer: S 
 Tuberculosis is a contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that mainly affects the lungs, but can also spread to other parts of the body, leading to coughing, fever, weight loss, and fatigue.

Answer: T 
 Wheezes are high-pitched respiratory sounds heard during breathing due to narrowed airways, and are common in asthma and other respiratory diseases.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Descriptions/definitions