Which of the Following Anatomic Alterations May Be Found in a Patient

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following anatomic alterations may be found in a patient with LTB?
1) Increased secretions
2) Ineffective cilia
3) Narrowed airway lumen
4) Excessive surfactant production

• A)1, 3
• B)1, 2, 4
• C)2, 3, 4
• D)1, 2, 3

---

Definitions:

Woodpeckers

A family of birds known for their strong beaks and ability to peck at wood to find insects, create nesting sites, or communicate.

Brood Parasites

Organisms that rely on others to raise their young, often laying their eggs in the nests of unrelated species, which then unknowingly rear the parasitic offspring.

Endosymbionts

Organisms that live within the body or cells of another organism in a mutualistic relationship, often providing essential functions for their host.

Ectoparasites

Parasites that live on the external surface of a host, such as lice, ticks, and mites, often causing irritation or disease.