Asthma

Asthma ( 35 Questions)

A client with asthma asks the nurse about the role of bronchial smooth muscle in asthma. How should the nurse explain it?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. Bronchial smooth muscle is involved in asthma, particularly in airway constriction.

B) Correct. In asthma, bronchial smooth muscle contracts and narrows the airways, contributing to symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath.

C) Incorrect. Bronchial smooth muscle's primary role in asthma is not to clear mucus from the airways.

D) Incorrect. Bronchial smooth muscle does not release antibodies to protect against asthma attacks.




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