Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Hyperinflation of air sacs with destruction of alveolar walls
A)asbestosis
B)asthma
C)atelectasis
D)bronchogenic carcinoma
E)chronic bronchitis
F)cystic fibrosis
G)emphysema
H)pertussis

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Hyperinflation of air sacs with destruction of alveolar walls
A)asbestosis
B)asthma
C)atelectasis
D)bronchogenic carcinoma
E)chronic bronchitis
F)cystic fibrosis
G)emphysema
H)pertussis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Emphysema is a condition where there is hyperinflation of air sacs with destruction of alveolar walls.

Other options:
A) Asbestosis - a lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers
B) Asthma - a respiratory condition characterized by episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing
C) Atelectasis - a condition where there is collapse or closure of a lung resulting in reduced or absent gas exchange
D) Bronchogenic carcinoma - a type of lung cancer that originates in the bronchi of the lungs
E) Chronic bronchitis - a long-term inflammation of the bronchi in the lungs, leading to cough and mucus production
F) Cystic fibrosis - a genetic disorder that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs, leading to thick and sticky mucus buildup in the airways
H) Pertussis - a respiratory illness caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis, also known as whooping cough.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings