Which of the Following Diseases Is Caused by Exposure to Particles

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following diseases is caused by exposure to particles inhaled primarily in the workplace (silica, coal dust, etc.) ?

• A) emphysema
• B) pneumonia
• C) rheumatic fever
• D) tuberculosis
• E) pulmonary fibrosis

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Definitions:

Electrocardiogram

A test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect heart problems and monitor the heart's status.

Room Preparation

The process of arranging and setting up a room for a specific purpose or event, which can include cleaning, organizing, and equipping the space with necessary items.

ECG Paper

Specialized grid paper used in electrocardiography to record the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.

Depolarization

The loss of polarity, or opposite charges inside and outside; the electrical impulse that initiates a chain reaction resulting in contraction.