Which of the following is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
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Dyspnea, or difficulty breathing, is a hallmark symptom of COPD, which affects airflow in the lungs.
What is the primary cause of emphysema, a type of COPD?
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Emphysema is commonly caused by long-term smoking, which damages the air sacs in the lungs.
What is the main treatment option for patients with asthma?
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Inhaled corticosteroids are often used to reduce inflammation in the airways for asthma patients.
Which of the following respiratory conditions is characterized by a “barrel chest”?
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Emphysema causes the lungs to expand, leading to the appearance of a “barrel chest” in severe cases.
Which of the following conditions is caused by inflammation of the bronchi?
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Bronchitis is the inflammation of the bronchial tubes, usually caused by infection or irritants like smoke.