A Viral Infection of the Lower Airways That Produces Mucus

question 44

Multiple Choice

A viral infection of the lower airways that produces mucus, then resolves without damaging the airways is termed:

• A)emphysema.
• B)acute bronchitis.
• C)pulmonary edema.
• D)cystic fibrosis.

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Definitions:

Motor Neurons

Specialized neurons that transmit impulses to muscles or glands, enabling movement and action.

Voluntary Muscles

Muscles that are under conscious control, primarily used for locomotion and manipulation of the environment.

Antagonist

A substance that acts against and blocks an action in pharmacology or a character who opposes the protagonist in literature.

Muscular Rigidity

A condition in which muscle tone is abnormally increased, leading to stiffness and resistance to movement.