Questions and Answers
The largest cartilaginous plate in the larynx, also known as the Adam's apple, is the _________________.
thyroid cartilage
The respiratory system is also sometimes called the ________________.
pulmonary system
________________ is the process by which air flows into the lungs.
inhalation
________________ states that the volume of a gas is inversely proportional to its pressure.
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________________ are the most common acute illnesses.
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The right lung has three lobes, but the left lung only has two.
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An inner ear infection can cause an upper respiratory infection.
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The main function of the respiratory system is diaphragm regulation.
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Women have higher respiratory rates than men because they have smaller brains.
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More people in the US die from lung cancer than any other form of cancer.
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Without oxygen, how quickly would a brain cease to function?
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How is fresh oxygen delivered to cells throughout the body?
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Which of the following is not a respiratory maneuver?
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The inspiratory and expiratory breathing center are located in the ___________ and pons.
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Which of the following is a lower respiratory tract illness?
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The amount of air that remains in the lungs after a normal expiration is called __________.
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Excessive breathing that leads to abnormal expulsion of carbon dioxide is known as ______________.
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The thin, double-walled serous membrane that surrounds the lungs is called the ______________.
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A combination of the vital capacity plus the residual volume is known as ______________.
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Monitors changes in the pH of the cerebrospinal fluid in an effort to regulate carbon dioxide levels and respiration is known as ______________.
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The two passageways that branch off the trachea and lead to the right and left lungs are called ______________.
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A temporary inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the trachea and bronchial passageways; causes a cough that may produce mucus is known as ______________.
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Air sacs in the lungs from which gas is exchanged with the capillaries are called ______________.
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The process of continuously moving air in and out of the lungs is known as ______________.
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Clusters of lymphatic tissue in the pharynx that function as the first line of defense against infection are called ______________.
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Study Notes
Respiratory Anatomy and Physiology
- The largest cartilaginous plate in the larynx, known as the Adam's apple, is the thyroid cartilage.
- The respiratory system is often referred to as the pulmonary system.
- Inhalation is the process by which air flows into the lungs.
- The right lung comprises three lobes, while the left lung has two lobes.
- The respiratory tract commonly experiences upper respiratory tract illnesses.
Laws and Regulations
- Boyle's law states that the volume of a gas is inversely proportional to its pressure.
Health and Conditions
- More deaths in the US are caused by lung cancer than any other type of cancer.
- An inner ear infection may trigger an upper respiratory infection.
- Pneumonia is categorized as a lower respiratory tract illness, unlike asthma and bronchitis.
- Acute bronchitis is characterized by temporary inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the trachea and bronchial passages, resulting in a cough that may produce mucus.
Respiratory Mechanics
- The inspiratory and expiratory breathing centers are located in the medulla oblongata and pons.
- The functional residual capacity refers to the amount of air remaining in the lungs after normal expiration.
- Total lung capacity is the sum of vital capacity and residual volume.
- Alveoli are air sacs in the lungs that facilitate gas exchange with capillaries.
- Pulmonary ventilation refers to the continuous movement of air in and out of the lungs.
Chemical and Physical Responses
- Central chemoreceptors monitor changes in cerebrospinal fluid pH to regulate carbon dioxide levels and respiration.
- Hyperventilation refers to excessive breathing that leads to the abnormal expulsion of carbon dioxide.
Additional Respiratory Knowledge
- Fresh oxygen is delivered to cells via the bloodstream.
- It takes approximately 2-3 minutes without oxygen for the brain to cease functioning.
- The pleural sac is a thin, double-walled serous membrane that envelops the lungs.
- Tonsils are clusters of lymphatic tissue in the pharynx, acting as the first line of defense against infections.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering key terms and definitions from Chapter 9 of the Anatomy course. From the thyroid cartilage to the respiratory system, this quiz helps reinforce your understanding of essential concepts. Perfect for exam preparation and quick reviews.
