Asthma and its Effects

Arjun is having difficulty breathing during a soccer game. What condition might he be experiencing?

• Asthma, a condition that makes it difficult to breathe

• A condition that causes fever and cough

• A condition that affects the digestive system

• A condition that affects the skin

Olivia is having trouble breathing during her soccer practice. What could be happening to her body if she has asthma?

• It causes the tubes in her lungs to close up

• It causes her heart to beat faster

• It causes her brain to function improperly

• It causes her muscles to weaken

Aria, Abigail, and Isla are learning about asthma in their biology class. What happens when the tubes in the lungs close up due to asthma?

• Less oxygen can enter the respiratory system

• More oxygen can enter the respiratory system

• The blood carries less oxygen to the cells

• The blood carries more oxygen to the cells

Why is oxygen important for the cells in Ava's body during her workout session?

• Cells need oxygen to function properly

• Cells don't require oxygen to survive

• Cells produce oxygen for the body

• Cells use oxygen to eliminate waste

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Benjamin has asthma and uses an inhaler during his treatment. What is the purpose of the inhaler in his asthma treatment?

• To keep the tubes in the lungs open

• To reduce the heart rate

• To improve brain function

• To strengthen the muscles

Kai, Lily, and Grace are planning a cleaning day at their house. What should they be careful of, considering Kai has asthma?

• Exposure to lots of dust

• Exposure to loud noises

• Exposure to extreme temperatures

• Exposure to bright lights

Emma is planning to join a sports club. Which activity might trigger her asthma attack?

• Playing basketball

• Drinking cold water

• Eating spicy food

• Watching television

James has asthma. How can he take care of himself?

• By using an inhaler and avoiding triggers

• By taking antibiotics regularly

• By getting plenty of sleep

• By drinking lots of water

During a school trip, Noah, Lily, and Mia were discussing asthma. What happens to the tubes in the lungs during an asthma attack?

• They swell up and get narrow

• They become wider and relaxed

• They disappear completely

• They become stronger and more flexible

Luna, Rohan, and Aria are studying biology. They are discussing the purpose of the alveoli in the lungs. What do they conclude?

• They allow oxygen molecules to move into the blood

• They produce mucus for the respiratory system

• They filter out dust particles from the air

• They store carbon dioxide

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