MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

RESPIRATORY

CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does COPD stand for?
A
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
B
Chronic Obesity Pulmonary Disease
C
Cool Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
D
Chronic Obstructive Pain Disease
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems.

Detailed explanation-2: -The airways and tiny air sacs in the lungs lose their ability to stretch and shrink back. The walls between many of the air sacs are destroyed. The walls of the airways become thick and inflamed (irritated and swollen). The airways make more mucus than usual, which can clog them and block air flow.

Detailed explanation-3: -Exposure to tobacco smoke. The most significant risk factor for COPD is long-term cigarette smoking. People with asthma. Asthma, a chronic inflammatory airway disease, may be a risk factor for developing COPD . Occupational exposure to dusts and chemicals. Exposure to fumes from burning fuel. Genetics. 15-Apr-2020

Detailed explanation-4: -Bronchitis affects the bronchial tubes in your lungs. It irritates them and then the tubes swell. Chronic bronchitis is the condition that causes COPD. Emphysema affects how your lungs transfer oxygen into your bloodstream. Asthma is not a condition that causes COPD, but you can have asthma and COPD. 18-Mar-2021

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