Patient Care Technician Certification (PCTC) AMCA Practice Exam

What body organ is primarily affected in a person with a pulmonary disease?

1. Heart

2. Kidneys

3. Lungs

4. Liver

The correct answer is: Lungs

The lungs are the primary organs affected in a person with pulmonary disease. Pulmonary diseases encompass a range of conditions that impair lung function, leading to symptoms such as difficulty breathing, persistent cough, and reduced oxygen supply to the body. Diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, pneumonia, and lung cancer directly impact lung tissues, alveoli (the tiny air sacs in the lungs), and airflow within the respiratory system. These conditions can lead to inflammation, obstruction, or irreversible damage, seriously compromising a person’s ability to breathe properly and manage gas exchange, which is essential for overall health. Understanding this focus on the lungs is crucial for recognizing how pulmonary conditions impact patient care and the necessary treatments or interventions to support lung health.