Match the following pathologic terms with their meanings.

-Pertaining to a sudden occurrence
A)anthracosis
B)asbestosis
C)bacilli
D)chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
E)cor pulmonale
F)exudate
G)hydrothorax
H)infiltrate
I)palliative
J)paroxysmal
K)pneumothorax
L)pulmonary infarction
M)purulent
N)silicosis

Question

Match the following pathologic terms with their meanings.

-Pertaining to a sudden occurrence
A)anthracosis
B)asbestosis
C)bacilli
D)chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
E)cor pulmonale
F)exudate
G)hydrothorax
H)infiltrate
I)palliative
J)paroxysmal
K)pneumothorax
L)pulmonary infarction
M)purulent
N)silicosis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Paroxysmal means pertaining to a sudden occurrence.

Answer: H
 Infiltrate refers to the accumulation of cells or fluids in tissues or organs.

Answer: M
 Purulent means containing pus.

Answer: L
 Pulmonary infarction refers to the death of lung tissue due to lack of blood supply.

Answer: E
 Cor pulmonale refers to enlargement and failure of the right side of the heart due to lung disease.

Answer: K
 Pneumothorax refers to the presence of air or gas in the pleural cavity surrounding the lungs.

Answer: N
 Silicosis is a lung disease caused by inhalation of silica dust.

Answer: D
 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease characterized by poor airflow and difficulty breathing.

Answer: F
 Exudate refers to fluid that leaks out of blood vessels into surrounding tissues, usually due to inflammation or injury.

The remaining terms do not fit any of the given definitions.

Match the Following Pathologic Terms with Their Meanings