NURS 251
PHARMACOLOGY
MODULE 5 EXAM
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, 1. Name the microscopic sacs within the lungs that are the site where oxygen is
exchanged for carbon dioxide.
Correct Answer:
Alveoli
2. Select the correct statement below:
A. COPD consists of both emphysema and asthma
B. Asthma is characterized by recurrent, irreversible shortness of breath
C. Emphysema is a disease process involving inflammation of the alveoli
D. Chronic bronchitis is reversible
Correct Answer:
C. Emphysema is a disease process involving inflammation of the alveoli.
Rationale:
Emphysema involves damage and inflammation of the alveoli, which impairs gas
exchange. Asthma is usually reversible, while COPD and chronic bronchitis are generally
not fully reversible.
3. What is the term that describes Leukotrienes?
Correct Answer:
Chemical mediators
4. T/F: Intrinsic asthma is caused by unknown factors.
Correct Answer:
True
PHARMACOLOGY
MODULE 5 EXAM
Actual Questions with Answers
Portage Learning
What You Get
• Questions Designed to Support Focused Exam
Preparation.
• This Exam Review Includes Rationales
• Clear, Organized Structure for Efficient Studying
• Printable, Well-Formatted Pdf
, 1. Name the microscopic sacs within the lungs that are the site where oxygen is
exchanged for carbon dioxide.
Correct Answer:
Alveoli
2. Select the correct statement below:
A. COPD consists of both emphysema and asthma
B. Asthma is characterized by recurrent, irreversible shortness of breath
C. Emphysema is a disease process involving inflammation of the alveoli
D. Chronic bronchitis is reversible
Correct Answer:
C. Emphysema is a disease process involving inflammation of the alveoli.
Rationale:
Emphysema involves damage and inflammation of the alveoli, which impairs gas
exchange. Asthma is usually reversible, while COPD and chronic bronchitis are generally
not fully reversible.
3. What is the term that describes Leukotrienes?
Correct Answer:
Chemical mediators
4. T/F: Intrinsic asthma is caused by unknown factors.
Correct Answer:
True
