Fibrous connective tissue builds up in the lungs causing them not to inflate properly, and actually deflating them is called:1. chronic bronchitis2. emphysema3. pulmonary fibrosis4. asthma

True or False QuestionAs a human ages, fibrous connective tissue replaces some smooth muscle in the bronchioles of the lungs.True false question.TrueFalse

In lung diseases like asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis, air cannot flow freely through the airways, thus these are called pulmonary disorders.

Which of the following is composed of fibers known to cause lung disease?

> In **recurrent asthma, airway remodeling may occur**. All of the following describe the pathophysiological changes that occur in the airways, EXCEPT: > 1. Hyperplasia and hypertrophy of bronchial smooth muscle 2. An increase in the number of fibroblasts and hence fibrosis 3. **An increase in the number of afferent (sensory) neurons…** 4. An increase in the number and activity of mucus secreting cells and glands

The major pathologic or structural changes associated with cystic fibrosis include:1. partial airway obstruction leading to hyperinflation.2. bronchospasm.3. thick, tenacious mucus.4. total airway obstruction leading to atelectasis