Inflammation of the Larynx and Trachea

question 29

Multiple Choice

Inflammation of the larynx and trachea

• A)is most frequently caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae.
• B)is a life-threatening condition requiring urgent intubation.
• C)occurs predominantly in the elderly.
• D)is known as croup.
• E)may spread throughout the body causing systemic effects.

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Definitions:

Light Touch

A sensory stimulus that is gentle and not forceful, often used in medical examinations to assess neurological function.

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells or structures that detect external or internal environment stimuli and convert them into electrical impulses.

Pacinian Corpuscle

A type of nerve ending in the skin that detects pressure and vibration.

Free Nerve Endings

Sensory nerve fibers that extend into the tissues and open on the surface or just below, responsible for sensing pain, temperature, and touch.