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Asthma Understanding Quiz

Quiz by Elizabeth Thomas

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21 questions
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  • Q1
    Which best describes Asthma?
    High blood pressure
    Increased oxygen levels
    Increased lung capacity
    Narrowed airways
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following is NOT a common asthma trigger?
    Increased exercise
    Dust mites
    High humidity
    Pollen
    30s
  • Q3
    During an asthma attack, what happens to the muscles around the airways?
    They expand
    They relax
    They contract
    They repel
    30s
  • Q4
    Which type of asthma is characterized by symptoms that come and go?
    Exercise-induced asthma
    Intermittent asthma
    Severe asthma
    Persistent asthma
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the role of bronchodilators in asthma treatment?
    To relax airway muscles
    To prevent allergies
    To promote swelling
    To increase mucus production
    30s
  • Q6
    If a person is experiencing chest tightness and wheezing, what should they do first?
    Take deep breaths
    Go for a run
    Call 911
    Use their inhaler
    30s
  • Q7
    Which demographic is more likely to be affected by asthma?
    Males
    Children only
    Elderly only
    Females
    30s
  • Q8
    What is a common symptom of asthma that may occur at night?
    Nausea
    Coughing
    Runny nose
    Dizziness
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the purpose of an Asthma Action Plan?
    To detail medication usage and emergency steps
    To identify allergens
    To outline exercise routines
    To track daily symptoms
    30s
  • Q10
    Which of the following is a genetic factor that can increase the risk of developing asthma?
    Being physically active
    Living in a polluted area
    Having a pet
    Having a family history of asthma
    30s
  • Q11
    What should you do if someone is having a severe asthma attack and their inhaler does not help?
    Give them water
    Start CPR
    Call 911
    Encourage them to relax
    30s
  • Q12
    Which of the following is a test used to diagnose asthma?
    X-ray
    Blood test
    CT scan
    Spirometry
    30s
  • Q13
    What happens to the lining of the airways during an asthma attack?
    It hardens
    It becomes thinner
    It disappears
    It swells
    30s
  • Q14
    Which of the following is a common environmental trigger for asthma?
    Thunder storms
    Exercise
    Healthy foods
    Tobacco smoke
    30s
  • Q15
    What is the main function of anti-inflammatory medicines in asthma treatment?
    To reduce swelling and mucus production
    To prevent exercise-induced symptoms
    To relax airway muscles
    To increase mucus production
    30s

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