OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology)
OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) Respiratory Diseases and Treatment Exam Questions
Free OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) exam questions on Respiratory Diseases and Treatment, with mark schemes. Covers asthma, COPD, lung cancer, tuberculosis and their treatment.
Respiratory Diseases and Treatment exam questions
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About OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) Respiratory Diseases and Treatment
This topic covers diseases of the respiratory system.
What you need to know
- Asthma Bronchoconstriction and inflammation; inhalers.
- COPD Emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
- Tuberculosis Bacterial cause, transmission and treatment.
- Lung function tests Peak flow and FEV₁.
Common mistakes in Respiratory Diseases and Treatment
- Confusing emphysema and bronchitis.
- Saying TB is viral.
- Misreading FEV₁ data.
Try three Respiratory Diseases and Treatment exam-style questions
1. Explain how emphysema reduces gas exchange. (2 marks)
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Alveolar walls break down (1), reducing surface area for diffusion (1).
2. State how a reliever inhaler works. (1 mark)
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Relaxes smooth muscle in the bronchioles.
3. Name the pathogen causing TB. (1 mark)
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Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Respiratory Diseases and Treatment FAQs
What does this topic cover?
Asthma, COPD, TB and lung function tests.
What does FEV₁ measure?
The volume breathed out in the first second.
Why are TB treatments long?
The bacteria are slow growing and hard to eliminate.
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