ASTHMA
Based On The USA Universities Syllabus
**1. What is asthma?**
A) An infectious disease
B) A psychological disorder
C) A chronic respiratory condition
D) A cardiovascular disorder
Answer: C
**2. Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma?**
A) High fever
B) Rapid weight loss
C) Persistent coughing
D) Joint pain
Answer: C
**3. Which of the following triggers can worsen asthma symptoms?**
A) Physical activity
,B) Drinking water
C) Reading a book
D) Watching TV
Answer: A
**4. What is an asthma exacerbation?**
A) A sudden improvement in symptoms
B) A worsening of asthma symptoms
C) A routine medical checkup
D) A type of asthma medication
Answer: B
**5. Which type of inflammation is characteristic of asthma?**
A) Muscular inflammation
B) Gastrointestinal inflammation
C) Respiratory inflammation
D) Skin inflammation
Answer: C
, **6. What role do bronchodilators play in asthma treatment?**
A) They cause bronchial constriction
B) They reduce airway inflammation
C) They promote mucus production
D) They decrease lung capacity
Answer: B
**7. Which of the following is a long-term controller medication for asthma?**
A) Aspirin
B) Albuterol
C) Montelukast
D) Prednisone
Answer: C
**8. What is the purpose of a peak flow meter in asthma management?**
A) To measure blood pressure
B) To assess kidney function
C) To monitor lung function
D) To measure body temperature