Respiratory System: Structure, Function, and Role in Exercise Physiology

Question 1

What is the term for the volume of air that remains in the lungs after a regular exhalation?

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Residual volume

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Tidal volume

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Inspiratory capacity

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Vital capacity

Question 2

Which technique involves positioning a person in specific postures to promote the drainage of mucus from the lungs?

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Postural drainage

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Percussion

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Inhalation therapy

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Bronchoscopy

Question 3

What is the process by which the body eliminates carbon dioxide?

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Exhalation

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Inhalation

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Ventilation

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Perfusion

Question 4

Which of the following structures is responsible for warming and humidifying inhaled air?

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Nasal cavity

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Trachea

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Bronchi

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Lungs

Question 5

How does the respiratory system contribute to pH regulation?

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By excreting excess carbon dioxide

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By adjusting the rate of oxygen consumption

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By secreting hormones

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By filtering out acidic substances

Question 6

What is the primary function of hemoglobin?

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To carry oxygen in the blood

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To regulate blood pH

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To filter out toxins

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To produce carbon dioxide

Question 7

How does the respiratory system interact with the cardiovascular system?

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By providing oxygen to the heart muscle

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By regulating blood pressure

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By filtering out waste products from the blood

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By producing hormones that control blood flow

Question 8

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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To exchange gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide)

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To pump blood throughout the body

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To regulate body temperature

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To produce hormones

Question 9

Which of the following accurately describes the diaphragm?

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Both options A and C

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It separates the chest and abdominal cavities

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It contracts to expand the lungs during inhalation

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It relaxes to allow exhalation

Question 10

What is the term for the maximum amount of oxygen the body can consume during physical activity?

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VO2 max

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Tidal volume

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Respiratory rate

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Minute ventilation

Question 11

What is the primary function of the diaphragm, the main muscle of respiration?

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Inspiration

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Exhalation

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Gas exchange

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Mucous secretion

Question 12

What is the primary mechanism by which oxygen is transported in the blood, binding to a protein in red blood cells?

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Bound to hemoglobin

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Dissolved in plasma

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Bound to carbon dioxide

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Bound to sodium ions

Question 13

What is the purpose of the mucociliary escalator, a defense mechanism in the respiratory system?

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To trap and remove foreign particles

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To warm and humidify inspired air

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To produce surfactant

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To regulate lung volume

Question 14

How does exercise affect the respiratory system during physical activity?

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Increases respiratory rate and depth

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Decreases oxygen consumption

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Impairs gas exchange

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Reduces lung capacity

Question 15

According to current guidelines, what is the recommended amount of physical activity for high school students to maintain good health?

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60 minutes per day

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30 minutes per day

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90 minutes per day

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120 minutes per day

Question 16

Which of the following is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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To facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide

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To regulate body temperature

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To eliminate waste products

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To fight off infections

Question 17

Which muscle group is primarily responsible for inhalation?

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Diaphragm

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Abdominal muscles

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Intercostal muscles

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Pectoral muscles

Question 18

What is the term for the tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs?

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Alveoli

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Bronchi

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Trachea

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Pleura

Question 19

What is the term for the volume of air that can be forcibly expelled from the lungs after a deep inhalation?

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Forced expiratory volume

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Vital capacity

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Residual volume

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Tidal volume

Question 20

What is the role of the surfactant in the lungs?

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To reduce surface tension and prevent alveolar collapse

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To facilitate diffusion of gases

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To protect the lungs from infection

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To regulate blood flow to the lungs

Question 21

Which of the following is the primary muscle responsible for pulling air into the lungs?

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Diaphragm

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Intercostal muscles

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Abdominal muscles

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Pectoralis major

Question 22

What is the main purpose of the pleura?

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To reduce friction during lung movement

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To produce surfactant

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To facilitate gas exchange

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To regulate blood pressure

Question 23

What are the tiny, sac-like structures in the lungs where gas exchange occurs called?

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Alveoli

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Bronchi

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Bronchioles

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Pleura

Question 24

Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?

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Digestion

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Gas exchange

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Regulation of body temperature

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Production of hormones

Question 25

What is the primary function of the respiratory center located in the medulla oblongata?

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To regulate the rate and depth of breathing

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To produce surfactant

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To regulate blood pH

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To filter inhaled air

Question 26

What is the term for the volume of air that can be forcibly exhaled after taking the deepest possible breath?

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Forced vital capacity

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Tidal volume

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Vital capacity

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Residual volume

Question 27

Which structure in the respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange between the blood and air?

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Alveoli

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Trachea

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Lungs

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Bronchi

Question 28

During inhalation, which muscle is primarily responsible for expanding the thoracic cavity?

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Diaphragm

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Intercostal muscles

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Abdominal muscles

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Pectoralis major

Question 29

Which respiratory condition is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways?

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Asthma

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COPD

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Pneumonia

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Tuberculosis

Question 30

What is the primary function of hemoglobin within the respiratory system?

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Oxygen transport

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Carbon dioxide transport

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pH regulation

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Immune defense

Question 31

Which of the following is a primary function of the respiratory system?

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Exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide)

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Produce hormones

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Digest food

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Regulate body temperature

Question 32

The primary muscle responsible for the majority of inspiration is the:

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Diaphragm

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Pectoralis major

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Abdominal muscles

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Intercostal muscles

Question 33

Which of the following structures is where gas exchange takes place in the lungs?

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Alveoli

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Trachea

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Bronchi

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Larynx

Question 34

What is the process of exhaling air from the lungs called?

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Expiration

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Inspiration

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Perfusion

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Diffusion

Question 35

Which of the following gases is primarily transported in the blood by hemoglobin?

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Oxygen

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Nitrogen

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Helium

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Carbon dioxide

Question 36

What is the main function of the surfactant in the lungs?

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To reduce surface tension, aiding in the expansion and recoil of the alveoli

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To increase surface tension, facilitating lung expansion

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To produce mucus to protect the respiratory system

Question 37

Which of the following factors can potentially increase the rate of breathing during exercise?

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Increased metabolic activity

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Reduced body temperature

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Low blood sugar levels

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Decreased blood pressure

Question 38

What is the main waste product of cellular respiration exhaled by the respiratory system?

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Water

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Nitrogen

Question 39

Which of the following conditions can occur in premature infants due to a lack of surfactant production?

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Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)

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Cystic fibrosis

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Asthma

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Pneumonia

Question 40

What is the difference between eucapnia and hypercapnia?

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Eucapnia refers to normal levels of carbon dioxide in the blood, while hypercapnia refers to elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the blood

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Eucapnia refers to elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the blood, while hypercapnia refers to normal levels of carbon dioxide in the blood

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Eucapnia is a condition of low blood pressure, while hypercapnia is a condition of high blood pressure

Question 41

Which of the following is a known risk factor for the development of respiratory infections?

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Smoking

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Healthy diet

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Regular exercise

Question 42

What is the primary function of the epiglottis during the act of swallowing?

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Prevents food and liquids from entering the trachea

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Assists in the exchange of gases

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Regulates airflow to the lungs

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Produces mucus to trap pathogens

Question 43

Which structure of the respiratory system is primarily involved in gas exchange?

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Alveoli

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Bronchi

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Bronchioles

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Trachea

Question 44

During inhalation, which respiratory muscle contracts?

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Diaphragm

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Pectoralis major

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Abdominal muscles

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Intercostal muscles

Question 45

What is the primary role of the respiratory system during exercise?

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Provide oxygen to muscles and remove carbon dioxide

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Lubricate joints

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Aid in digestion

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Help regulate body temperature

Question 46

Which of the following factors contributes to increased respiratory rate during exercise?

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Elevated metabolic rate

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Increased pH levels

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Reduced body temperature

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Decreased sympathetic nervous system activity

Question 47

What is the primary function of surfactant in the lungs?

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Reduces surface tension and prevents alveolar collapse

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Protects against respiratory infections

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Facilitates oxygen absorption

Question 48

Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with asthma?

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Wheezing

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Headache

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Fever

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Nausea

Question 49

Which respiratory condition is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways?

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Bronchitis

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Emphysema

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Tuberculosis

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Pneumonia

Question 50

Which lifestyle choice can promote respiratory health and function?

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Regular physical activity

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Poor diet

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Excessive alcohol consumption

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Smoking