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Asthma in Children: Knowledge Check

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 6mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which of the following statements is true about asthma in children?

a)

Asthma is a rare disease in children.

b)

Asthma is the most common chronic disease in children.

c)

Asthma only affects adults.

d)

Asthma can be completely cured.

2.

Which of the following groups of children are at higher risk for asthma?

a)

Children living in rural areas with low air pollution

b)

Children from high-income households

c)

Children living in inner cities

d)

Children who exercise regularly

3.

Which of the following statements best describes the treatment options for asthma?

a)

Asthma can be completely eliminated with medication.

b)

Asthma symptoms can be controlled, but the condition cannot be cured.

c)

Asthma cannot be treated in any way.

d)

Asthma is only treatable in children.

4.

A toddler is panting while playing and has a whistling sound when breathing. What is the most likely explanation for these symptoms?

a)

The child is experiencing respiratory distress

b)

The child is excited from playing

c)

The child is hungry

d)

The child is tired from lack of sleep

5.

What does a "wheeze" refer to in the context of asthma symptoms?

a)

A whistling sound when you breathe

b)

A sharp pain in the leg

c)

A sudden loss of vision

d)

A tingling sensation in the fingers

6.

Mia notices that she is not able to do physical activity that’s normal for her age, especially during gym class. Which of the following symptoms might indicate she is experiencing exercise intolerance due to asthma?

a)

Not able to do physical activity that’s normal for their age

b)

Increased appetite after exercise

c)

Sweating more than usual

d)

Feeling sleepy after exercise

7.

Which combination of symptoms would most likely suggest a school-age child is experiencing asthma?

a)

Cough, chest tightness, and wheeze

b)

Headache, sore throat, and fever

c)

Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea

d)

Blurred vision, dizziness, and ear pain

8.

Which of the following is a common trigger for asthma?

a)

Respiratory infections caused by viruses

b)

Drinking water

c)

Sunlight exposure

d)

High protein diet

9.

Which environmental factor is NOT commonly associated with triggering asthma?

a)

Cold and dry air

b)

Big temperature and weather changes

c)

Strong odors, irritants, chemicals

d)

High fiber foods

10.

Why might allergens such as pet dander and pollen trigger asthma symptoms in some individuals?

a)

They can cause inflammation and narrowing of the airways.

b)

They increase blood sugar levels.

c)

They improve lung function.

d)

They reduce the risk of infection.

11.

Which of the following best describes how a nebulizer is used in respiratory therapy?

a)

It transforms liquid medication into a mist for inhalation

b)

It records lung capacity

c)

It checks oxygen saturation

d)

It injects medicine into muscles

12.

What is the most common chronic disease in children?

a)

Diabetes

b)

Asthma

c)

Heart disease

d)

Obesity