Match each disease or condition with its corresponding definition or description.
-An incomplete expansion or collapse of a lung for any reason
A)Epistaxis
B)Atelectasis
C)Rhinitis
D)Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
E)Infant respiratory distress syndrome
F)Pharyngitis
G)Hemothorax
H)Asthma
I)Chronic bronchitis
J)Epiglottitis

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Atelectasis is the incomplete expansion or collapse of a lung for any reason.

Answer: G
 Hemothorax is the presence of blood in the pleural cavity, often caused by trauma or injury.

Answer: E
 Infant respiratory distress syndrome is a lung condition that primarily affects premature infants and causes difficulty breathing due to underdeveloped lungs.

Answer: D
 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe and is usually caused by long-term exposure to irritants in the air, such as smoking.

Answer: H
 Asthma is a chronic lung condition that causes swelling and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing, wheezing, and coughing.

Answer: I
 Chronic bronchitis is a long-term form of bronchitis, which is an inflammation of the air passages in the lungs, that results in a persistent cough, increased mucus production, and difficulty breathing.

Answer: J
 Epiglottitis is a potentially life-threatening condition in which the epiglottis, a flap of cartilage that covers the trachea during swallowing, becomes inflamed and obstructs the airway.

Answer: C
 Rhinitis is an inflammation of the nasal passages that causes symptoms such as sneezing, stuffy nose, and runny nose.

Answer: F
 Pharyngitis is an inflammation of the pharynx, which is the part of the throat behind the mouth and nasal cavity, that typically causes sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and swollen glands in the neck.

Answer: A
 Epistaxis is a medical term for nasal bleeding or nosebleed that can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, inflammation, or even dry air.

Match Each Disease or Condition with Its Corresponding Definition or Description