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Test Your Knowledge

Take the simple quiz below to test your knowledge about this topic.
1. Since the 1980's, asthma has been described as:
  1. a disease caused by exposure to cigarette smoke
  2. an inflammatory disease of the lungs
  3. a disorder that eventually leads to lung cancer
  4. a disease that doesn't strike people over 50
2. Some common symptoms of an asthma attack include all of the following EXCEPT:
  1. dry cough
  2. wheezing
  3. difficulty breathing
  4. repeat sneezing
3. Which of the following is NOT commonly known to "trigger" an asthma attack?
  1. dust
  2. animal dander
  3. very loud noise
  4. cigarette smoke or scented products
4. Which of the following is one of the common diagnostic tests used by health care professionals to determine whether you might have asthma?
  1. an ultrasound test
  2. a Pap smear
  3. a peak flow meter
  4. a chest x-ray
5. Which of the following is NOT recommended as a preventive measure that can help reduce exposure to asthma attack triggers?
  1. find a new home for your pet
  2. quit smoking and turn your home into a smoke-free zone
  3. when pollen counts or ozone levels are high in the summer, stay indoors and in air conditioning and install air filters, if possible
  4. stay away from chlorine water in swimming pools

This quiz is for educational and/or entertainment purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional health and mental health care or consultation. Individuals who believe they may need or benefit from care should consult a psychologist or other licensed health/mental health professional.

 
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