Several pathophysiologic mechanisms operating simultaneously may lead to an increased ventilatory rate. These may include which of the following? (Select all that apply)1. Stimulation of central chemoreceptors2. Increased lung compliance–increased ventilatory rate relationship3. Stimulation of J receptors4. Pain

Which of the following is the preferred imaging method to diagnose patients with bronchiectasis? A. posterior-anterior radiograph (x-ray). B. anterior-posterior radiograph (x-ray). C. high-resolution computed tomography (HR-CT). D. bronchogram.

Which of the following can be used in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis?1. An elevated potassium level in the sweat2. An elevated chloride level in the sweat3. Genetic testing of the parents4. An elevated blood level of immunoreactive trypsin A. 1 B. 2, 3 C. 2, 3, 4 D. 1, 2, 3

Congenital causes of bronchiectasis include: A. influenza. B. cystic fibrosis. C. COPD. D. rheumatic disease.

The radiologic findings on a chest x-ray for an atelectasis patient would indicate a mediastinal shift ____________ the affected side. A. Towards B.  Away from

The development of pneumonia consists of four stages. The  __________ stage of pneumonia is where aspiration pneumonia occurs. A. First B. Second C. Third D. Fourth

Identify at least two high-risk procedure that can result in the dispersal of TB bacilli droplets.

The major respiratory pathologic or structural changes associated with cystic fibrosis include:1. Atelectasis.2. bronchospasm.3. thick, tenacious mucus.4. hyperinflation of the alveoli. A. 1, 2 B. 3, 4 C. 1, 3, 4 D. 2, 3, 4

A patient is suspected to have reactivation TB. What are the symptoms the patient may experience?1. Low-grade fever2. Laryngeal edema3. Night sweats4. Weight loss A. 2, 3 B. 3, 4 C. 1, 2, 3 D. 1, 3, 4

What is the hallmark indication of bronchiectasis?