Question

question 20
what condition is characterized by the collapse of a lung?
a asthma
b emphysema
c pneumothorax
d bronchitis

Explanation:

Pneumothorax is a condition where air leaks into the space between the lung and the chest wall, causing the lung to collapse. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the air - ways, emphysema is a long - term, progressive disease of the lungs, and bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchial tubes.

Answer:

C. Pneumothorax