Which of the Following Conditions Is Commonly Known as Whooping

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conditions is commonly known as whooping cough?

• A)asphyxia
• B)atelectasis
• C)cystic fibrosis
• D)pertussis

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Definitions:

Acidic Products

Substances that release hydrogen ions (H+) in solution, resulting in a pH less than 7.

Respiration Rate

The number of breaths taken per minute, an important measure of respiratory health and function.

Haldane Effect

Hemoglobin that is not bound to carbon dioxide binds more readily to oxygen than hemoglobin that is bound to carbon dioxide.

Oxygen

A chemical element with symbol O and atomic number 8, essential for breathing and energy production in cellular respiration.