The Most Common Form of Death Associated with Cigarette Smoking

question 23

Multiple Choice

The most common form of death associated with cigarette smoking in the United States (leading to nearly 400,000 deaths annually) is

• A)heart disease.
• B)cancer.
• C)respiratory disease.
• D)stroke.

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Definitions:

Wheeze

A high-pitched sound produced by air moving through narrowed respiratory airways, often heard in asthmatic conditions.

Cheyne-Stokes

A pattern of breathing characterized by a gradual increase in the depth of breathing followed by a decrease, resulting in temporary stoppages of breathing; often associated with serious illness.

Larynx

The voice box located in the neck, which houses the vocal cords and is involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration.

Cartilages

A flexible, strong connective tissue found in various parts of the body such as joints, nose, and ears, providing support and cushioning.