Distriphil-Jelma Diseases Knowledge Check

Match the characteristics of a cough

Groups:

(a) Dry Cough

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(b) Wet Cough

• Usually affects the lungs (either in trachea or bronchi), caused by respiratory infection

• Typically associated with later stage of cough following a cold

• Without mucus or with very small amount (unproductive)

• Initially associated with throat irritation caused by viral respiratory infection

• Typically associated with early stage of cough following a cold

• With mucus (productive)

Arrange the sequence of the cough reflex

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A protective mechanism of the respiratory system.

It is your body’s way of responding when something irritates your throat or airways.

Identify the parts of the Throat

b

c

d

e

a

Vocal cords

Esophagus

Tonsils

Trachea

Epiglottis

A ________ is pain, scratchiness or irritation of the throat that often worsens when you swallow.

An abnormal change in your voice, is a common condition that’s often experienced in conjunction with a dry or scratchy throat.