Anatomy of the Respiratory System
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Anatomy of the Respiratory System

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What is the primary reason for the larger size of the thyroid cartilage in males?

  • Presence of additional cartilage in males
  • Influence of male sex hormones during puberty (correct)
  • Genetic factors unrelated to hormones
  • Environmental factors affecting growth

    • Which function of the larynx involves the movement of the epiglottis?

  • Production of sound
  • Passageway for air
  • Protection of the lower respiratory tract (correct)
  • Humidifying and filtering inspired air

    • What is the primary function of the nose in relation to air?

  • To eliminate food particles
  • To enhance taste perception
  • To begin the process of warming, moistening, and filtering air (correct)
  • To provide a resonating chamber for speech

    • Which cartilages are located at the apex of each arytenoid cartilage?

    <p>Corniculate cartilages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the nerve endings responsible for detecting smell located?

    <p>In the roof of the nose at the cribriform plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cartilage forms the majority of the epiglottis?

    <p>Elastic cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures open into the nasopharynx?

    <p>Internal nares and auditory tubes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of epithelium lines the oropharynx to protect against abrasion?

    <p>Nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is TRUE regarding the vocal folds?

    <p>They are manipulated by structural elements of the tongue, cheeks, and lips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the tonsils located in the oropharynx?

    <p>To participate in immunological reactions against foreign invaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is part of the upper respiratory system?

    <p>Pharynx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anatomical regions comprise the pharynx?

    <p>Nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which portion of the pharynx is located posterior to the oral cavity?

    <p>Oropharynx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During swallowing, how does the larynx contribute to preventing aspiration?

    <p>By elevating and occluding the opening from the pharynx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the roles of the larynx in relation to air?

    <p>Humidifying, filtering, and warming the air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the paranasal sinuses?

    <p>To enhance voice resonance and lighten the skull</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the nasal septum primarily in its anterior portion?

    <p>Hyaline cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what level does the laryngopharynx open into the esophagus and larynx?

    <p>At the level of the hyoid bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What comprises the structure of the larynx?

    <p>Nine irregularly shaped cartilages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the exchange of gases between the atmosphere and the blood?

    <p>External respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the internal structure of the nasal cavity?

    <p>It is lined with a mucous membrane and conchae.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the shape of the thyroid cartilage?

    <p>Triangle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enables the mucus in the nasal cavity to serve its function?

    <p>The presence of cilia that waft it towards the throat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the respiratory system, the trachea serves primarily what purpose?

    <p>To transport air to the bronchi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following bones contribute to the structure of the nasal septum?

    <p>Vomer and ethmoid bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do the conchae play in the nasal cavity?

    <p>They create turbulence to filter and warm the air.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical parts are included in the anatomy of the lower respiratory tract?

    <p>Larynx, trachea, bronchi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The function of the external nares is to:

    <p>Control airflow into the nasal cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cartilage forms the structure of the trachea?

    <p>Hyaline cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes the C-shaped cartilage rings of the trachea structurally significant?

    <p>They provide a semirigid support to prevent collapse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the trachea divide into the right and left primary bronchi?

    <p>At the carina, near the fifth thoracic vertebra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the primary bronchi?

    <p>The right primary bronchus is more vertical than the left.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the trachealis muscle play in the trachea?

    <p>It allows diametric change of the trachea during breathing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cell type lining the bronchi?

    <p>Ciliated columnar epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the cough reflex at the carina?

    <p>Mechanical stimulation of the internal ridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sequence of air passage from the bronchi to the alveoli?

    <p>Terminal bronchioles -&gt; Respiratory bronchioles -&gt; Alveolar ducts -&gt; Alveoli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many lobes does the left lung have?

    <p>Two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bronchus is wider, shorter, and more vertical?

    <p>Right bronchus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of club cells in the bronchioles?

    <p>Producing surfactant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does gas exchange primarily occur within the lungs?

    <p>Alveoli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of type II alveolar cells?

    <p>To secrete surfactant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures enter and leave the lung at the hilum?

    <p>Primary bronchus and pulmonary vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pleural membrane composed of?

    <p>Two layers with lubricating fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the extensive branching of the bronchi?

    <p>Bronchial tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature differentiates the left lung from the right lung?

    <p>It has a cardiac notch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the right bronchus approximately?

    <p>2.5 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is NOT a part of the respiratory tree?

    <p>Pulmonary arteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical structure separates the lungs in the thoracic cavity?

    <p>Mediastinum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape of the base of the lung?

    <p>Concave and semilunar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the alveolar membranes in gas exchange?

    <p>They facilitate the exchange of gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Anatomy of the Respiratory System

    • The respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange between the atmosphere and the blood (external respiration) and the blood and the cells of the body (internal respiration).
    • The respiratory system is comprised of the upper and lower respiratory systems.
    • The upper respiratory system includes the nose, pharynx and associated structures.
    • The lower respiratory system includes the larynx, trachea, bronchi and lungs.

    Anatomy of the Nose and Nasal Cavity

    • The nose is divided into the external and internal portions.
    • The external nose is the visible portion that consists of bone and cartilage.
    • The internal nose is the nasal cavity, which is divided by a septum into right and left passages.
    • The nasal septum is formed by bone and cartilage.
    • Three projections extend from the lateral walls of the nasal cavity, called the superior, middle and inferior nasal conchae.
    • The nasal cavity is lined with mucous membrane.

    The Sinuses

    • The paranasal sinuses are air-filled cavities found within the bones of the face and cranium.
    • They are lined with mucous membrane continuous with that of the nasal cavity.
    • The sinuses lighten the skull and are involved in speech.
    • The nasolacrimal ducts drain tears from the eyes to the lateral walls of the nose.

    Respiratory Functions of the Nose

    • The nose plays a role in warming, filtering and humidifying inspired air.
    • The nose's vascularity helps to warm air.
    • Hairs at the anterior nares trap larger particles, while mucus traps and removes smaller particles.
    • Cilia beat rhythmically to move mucus towards the throat.
    • The moist mucosa humidifies the air.

    Olfactory Function of the Nose

    • Nerve endings responsible for smell are located in the roof of the nasal cavity.
    • These nerve endings are stimulated by chemicals given off by odorous materials.
    • The stimulated nerves transmit signals to the brain, where the sensation of smell is perceived.

    Pharynx

    • The pharynx, or throat is a funnel-shaped tube connecting the nasal cavity to the larynx and esophagus.
    • It acts as a passageway for air and food.
    • It is involved in resonance of speech sounds.
    • It houses the tonsils, which are part of the immune system.
    • The pharynx is divided into three sections: the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx.

    Nasopharynx

    • The nasopharynx is the superior section of the pharynx, located behind the nasal cavity.
    • It has openings to the auditory tubes and the oropharynx.

    Oropharynx

    • The oropharynx is the middle section, located behind the oral cavity.
    • It has an opening from the mouth called the fauces.
    • It serves as a passageway for air, food and drink.
    • The oropharynx contains the palatine and lingual tonsils.

    Laryngopharynx

    • The laryngopharynx is the inferior section of the pharynx, located behind the larynx.
    • It connects to the esophagus and larynx.
    • It is lined with non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium.

    Larynx

    • The larynx, or voice box, is a cartilaginous structure located between the pharynx and trachea.
    • It consists of nine cartilages, including the thyroid cartilage, epiglottis, cricoid cartilage, arytenoid cartilages, cuneiform cartilages, and corniculate cartilages.
    • The thyroid cartilage is larger in males due to hormonal influence during puberty.
    • The epiglottis is a leaf-shaped cartilage that closes over the larynx during swallowing.
    • The arytenoid cartilages are connected to the vocal cords and allow for changes in pitch and volume.

    Function of the Larynx

    • The larynx produces sound by vibrating vocal cords.
    • This sound is manipulated by the tongue, lips and cheeks to form speech.
    • The larynx protects the lower respiratory tract by closing during swallowing to prevent food from entering the airways.
    • It serves as a passageway for air between the pharynx and trachea.
    • It continues to humidify, filter and warm inspired air.

    Structure of the Trachea

    • The trachea is a flexible tube made of C-shaped hyaline cartilage rings.
    • The open part of the cartilage rings faces the esophagus.
    • The trachea is lined with ciliated columnar epithelium.
    • The trachealis muscle allows the trachea to change diameter during breathing.

    Bronchi and Bronchioles

    • The trachea divides into two primary bronchi, one for each lung.
    • The right primary bronchus is wider and shorter than the left.
    • The bronchi branch into smaller bronchi called lobar bronchi, one for each lobe of the lung.
    • The bronchi subdivide into bronchioles, which further subdivide into terminal bronchioles, respiratory bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and finally alveoli.

    Anatomy and Function of the Alveoli

    • Alveoli are tiny air sacs at the end of the respiratory bronchioles.
    • They are the primary sites of gas exchange in the lungs.
    • Their walls are thin and contain capillaries, allowing for rapid diffusion of gases.
    • There are two types of alveoli: type I alveolar cells, which are involved in gas exchange, and type II alveolar cells, which produce surfactant to reduce surface tension and prevent collapse.

    Respiratory System Overview

    • The right lung has three lobes: superior, middle, and inferior.
    • The left lung has two lobes: superior and inferior.
    • Bronchial Tree: The trachea branches into two primary bronchi (one for each lung) which resembles an inverted tree.
    • Bronchi: Continue to branch into smaller tubes called bronchioles.
    • Bronchioles: Contain club cells that protect, produce surfactant, and act as stem cell reserves.
    • Respiratory Bronchioles: Branch into alveolar ducts and alveoli, where gas exchange occurs.

    The Right Bronchus

    • The right bronchus is wider, shorter, and more vertical than the left bronchus.
    • It is approximately 2.5 cm long.
    • More likely to become obstructed by a foreign body.

    The Left Bronchus

    • About 5 cm long and narrower than the right bronchus.

    Alveoli

    • Cup-shaped outpouchings lined by simple squamous epithelium.
    • Alveolar sacs consist of two or more alveoli sharing a common opening.
    • Type I alveolar cells: Form a continuous lining and are the main sites of gas exchange.
    • Type II alveolar cells: Secrete alveolar fluid to keep the surface moist, lower surface tension, and reduce the tendency for alveoli to collapse.

    Lungs

    • Two cone-shaped lungs lie on either side of the midline in the thoracic cavity.
    • Apex: Rounded and extends into the root of the neck.
    • Base: Concave and associated with the diaphragm.

    Pleural Membrane

    • Each lung is enclosed by a double-layered serous membrane called the pleural membrane.
    • Parietal Pleura: Lines the wall of the thoracic cavity.
    • Visceral Pleura: Covers the lungs.
    • Pleural Cavity: Space between the layers containing lubricating fluid to reduce friction during breathing.
    • Pneumothorax: Puncturing of either layer can cause lung collapse due to elastic recoil.

    Hilum and Mediastinum

    • Hilum: Structures entering and exiting the lung (primary bronchus, pulmonary artery, pulmonary veins, bronchial artery, lymph vessels, nerves).
    • Mediastinum: Area between the lungs containing the heart, great vessels, trachea, bronchi, esophagus, lymph nodes, and nerves.

    Lobes of the Lungs

    • The right lung is divided into three lobes: superior, middle, and inferior.
    • The left lung is divided into two lobes: superior and inferior.
    • The left lung is smaller due to the space occupied by the heart.

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