Gould's Pathophysiology (Ch. 13) Study Guide Rated A+

Which of the following activities does NOT require muscle contractions and energy? {Ans: quiet expiration}The maximum volume of air a person can exhale after a maximum inspiration is termed the: {Ans: vital capacity}Which of the following causes bronchodilation? {Ans: epinephrine}Oxygen diffuses from the alveoli to the blood because: {Ans: PO2 is lower in the blood}Which of the following distinguishes influenza from infectious rhinitis? {Ans: influenza has a sudden onset with fever, marked muscle aching, and severe malaise}Which of the following drugs in an inhaler would likely be carried by individuals to provide immediate control of acute asthma attacks? {Ans: a B2-adrenergic agent}Which of the following statements describe the pathophysiology of adult respiratory distress syndrome? 1. damage leading to increased permeability of the alveolar capillary membranes 2. decreased surface tension in the alveoli 3. excessive fluid and protein interstitially and in the alveoli 4. multiple diffuse hemorrhages in the lungs {Ans: 1, 3}Pulmonary edema causes severe hypoxia because of: {Ans: interference with expansion of the lungs}Choose the correct information applying to laryngotracheobronchitis: {Ans: viral infection in child, 3 months to 3 years}Which of the following is a manifestation of a simple closed