MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

RESPIRATORY

BRONCHIECTASIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following conditions may result in a collapsed lung?
A
pulmonary embolism
B
tuberculosis
C
pleurisy
D
pneumothorax
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A collapsed lung occurs when air escapes from the lung. The air then fills the space outside of the lung between the lung and chest wall. This buildup of air puts pressure on the lung, so it cannot expand as much as it normally does when you take a breath. The medical name of this condition is pneumothorax.

Detailed explanation-2: -Secondary spontaneous pneumothorax: Several lung diseases may cause a collapsed lung. These include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis and emphysema. Injury-related pneumothorax: Injury to the chest can cause collapsed lung.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sharp, stabbing chest pain that worsens when trying to breath in. Shortness of breath. Bluish skin caused by a lack of oxygen. Fatigue. Rapid breathing and heartbeat. A dry, hacking cough. 10-Apr-2020

Detailed explanation-4: -Primary Pneumothorax. Secondary Pneumothorax. Tension or Non-tension Pneumothorax. Traumatic Pneumothorax. Auscultation. Imaging. Treatment. Recurrent pneumothorax treatment. More items

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