Silicosis the silent killer disease

1. What is the primary cause of silicosis?

a) Asbestos exposure
b) Lead exposure
c) Silica dust exposure
d) Benzene exposure

2. Which industry poses the highest risk for silicosis?

a) Agriculture
b) Construction
c) Retail
d) Information Technology

3. Silicosis primarily affects which organ of the body?

a) Liver
b) Lungs
c) Kidneys
d) Brain

4. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of silicosis?

a) Coughing
b) Shortness of breath
c) Joint pain
d) Chest tightness

5. Silicosis increases the risk of developing which serious lung condition?

a) Asthma
b) Lung cancer
c) Bronchitis
d) Pneumonia

6. What is the most effective way to prevent silicosis?

a) Wearing respiratory protection
b) Eating a healthy diet
c) Drinking plenty of water
d) Exercising regularly

7. Which type of silica is most commonly associated with silicosis?

a) Quartz
b) Marble
c) Granite
 d) Limestone

8. What is the main route of exposure to silica dust?

a) Inhalation
b) Ingestion
c) Skin contact
d) Eye contact

9. Which demographic group is most at risk for developing silicosis?

a) Children
b) Elderly individuals
c) Pregnant women
d) Workers in certain industries

10. How long does it typically take for silicosis symptoms to appear after exposure?
a) A few days
b) Several weeks
c) Months to years
d) Decades

11. Which imaging technique is commonly used to diagnose silicosis?

a) X-ray
b) MRI
c) CT scan
d) PET scan

12. What is the main treatment for silicosis?

a) Antibiotics
b) Antiviral drugs
c) Oxygen therapy
d) There is no cure

13. In addition to silica exposure, what other factor increases the risk of developing silicosis?
a) Smoking
b) Alcohol consumption
c) Lack of exercise
d) Stress

14. Which of the following is a complication of silicosis?

a) Diabetes
b) Hearing loss
c) Osteoporosis
 d) Tuberculosis

15. What percentage of silica dust in the air is considered safe for prolonged exposure?
a) 0%
b) 1%
c) 10%
d) 25%

16. Which government agency regulates silica exposure in the workplace?

a) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
b) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
c) Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
d) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

17. Which of the following occupations is NOT commonly associated with silicosis risk?
a) Miner
b) Stonemason
c) Office worker
d) Sandblaster

18. What is the term for the most severe form of silicosis?
a) Acute silicosis
b) Chronic silicosis
c) Accelerated silicosis
d) Complicated silicosis

19. Which lung function test is typically abnormal in individuals with silicosis?
a) Forced vital capacity (FVC)
b) Diffusion capacity (DLCO)
c) Peak expiratory flow (PEF)
d) Spirometry

20. What is the prognosis for individuals with advanced silicosis?

a) Complete recovery is possible
b) Slow progression of the disease
c) High risk of disability and death
d) Mild symptoms that resolve on their own