Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Embolism ( 35 Questions)
Incorrect. Pulmonary embolism does not directly affect the bronchial tubes or cause airway constriction.
Incorrect. While inflammation can occur as a response to pulmonary embolism, its primary impact is on blood flow, not the alveoli.
Correct. The main effect of pulmonary embolism is the disruption of blood flow to lung tissue, reducing oxygen supply.
Incorrect. Excessive mucus production is not a characteristic effect of pulmonary embolism.
A) Incorrect. Pulmonary embolism does not directly affect the bronchial tubes or cause airway constriction.
B) Incorrect. While inflammation can occur as a response to pulmonary embolism, its primary impact is on blood flow, not the alveoli.
C) Correct. The main effect of pulmonary embolism is the disruption of blood flow to lung tissue, reducing oxygen supply.
D) Incorrect. Excessive mucus production is not a characteristic effect of pulmonary embolism.