Which Description Is Indicative of Childhood Asthma

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which description is indicative of childhood asthma?

• A) An obstructive airway disease characterized by reversible airflow obstruction,bronchial hyperreactivity,and inflammation.
• B) A pulmonary disease characterized by severe hypoxemia,decreased pulmonary compliance,and diffuse densities on chest x-ray.
• C) A pulmonary disorder involving an abnormal expression of a protein producing viscous mucus that line the airways,pancreas,sweat ducts,and vas deferens.
• D) A pulmonary disorder characterized by atelectasis and increased pulmonary resistance as a result of a surfactant deficiency.

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Definitions:

Beneficial Result

A positive, advantageous, or desirable outcome that arises from a particular action or set of circumstances.

Health Indicator

A measure or metric used to assess the health status, function, or overall condition of an individual, community, or population, often informing public health and policy decisions.

Sentinel Condition

A disease or event that indicates the presence of a hazardous condition or a high-risk situation warranting public health surveillance and potentially immediate intervention.

Rare Disease

A condition affecting a small percentage of the population, often complex and poorly understood, and sometimes lacking effective treatment.