Which term indicates infection of lung tissue?

Which term indicates infection of lung tissue?

• A. Rhonchi
• B. Pneumonia
• C. Clear Lung Sounds
• D. Pulmonary Edema

Answer: (B)

Pneumonia is the term that denotes infection of lung tissue. It involves inflammation of the alveoli and surrounding structures, with the alveolar spaces filling with inflammatory exudate. This consolidation impairs gas exchange and is the classic description of an infectious process in the lungs. Rhonchi reflect secretions in larger airways and are not specifically about tissue infection. Clear lung sounds suggest no abnormal consolidation or fluid. Pulmonary edema is fluid buildup in the lungs from heart-related issues, not an infection.

Pneumonia is the term that denotes infection of lung tissue. It involves inflammation of the alveoli and surrounding structures, with the alveolar spaces filling with inflammatory exudate. This consolidation impairs gas exchange and is the classic description of an infectious process in the lungs. Rhonchi reflect secretions in larger airways and are not specifically about tissue infection. Clear lung sounds suggest no abnormal consolidation or fluid. Pulmonary edema is fluid buildup in the lungs from heart-related issues, not an infection.