Obstructive Diseases

Question 0

Define asthma

Answer 0

Constriction if the smooth muscle tissue surrounding the airways

Question 1

Define Bronchitis

Answer 1

Inflammation of the airways

Question 2

Define bronchiectasis

Answer 2

Chronic dilation of the airways, creates pooling of mucus

Question 3

Define cystic fibrosis

Answer 3

Patients lack an enzyme that breaks down mucus chains, genetic

Question 4

Define emphysema

Answer 4

Abnormal accumulation of air in the lungs