Asked by parastoo pourang on Jul 21, 2024
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In which disorder is airflow to the lungs limited and do the alveoli become enlarged?
A) Asthma
B) Tuberculosis
C) COPD
D) Pneumonia
E) Allergic rhinitis
COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a group of lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
Alveoli
Small air bladders within the lungs that facilitate the swap between oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Airflow
The movement of air around or through a specific space, often related to ventilation or aerodynamics.
- Determine the factors and indicators of diverse respiratory conditions.
- Differentiate between acute and chronic respiratory disorders.
Verified Answer
PN
phong nguyenJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is characterized by limited airflow to the lungs and enlargement of the alveoli, often due to the destruction of the walls between them.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the factors and indicators of diverse respiratory conditions.
- Differentiate between acute and chronic respiratory disorders.
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