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Which of the following is NOT a function of the paranasal sinuses?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the paranasal sinuses?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the location of the adenoids?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the location of the adenoids?
What is the correct term for the slippery secretion produced by mucous membranes?
What is the correct term for the slippery secretion produced by mucous membranes?
In which bone are the frontal sinuses located?
In which bone are the frontal sinuses located?
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Which pair of sinuses are located closest to the optic nerves, and an infection in this area could potentially damage vision?
Which pair of sinuses are located closest to the optic nerves, and an infection in this area could potentially damage vision?
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Which of the following structures is directly involved in the sense of smell?
Which of the following structures is directly involved in the sense of smell?
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What is the primary function of cilia in the nasal cavity?
What is the primary function of cilia in the nasal cavity?
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Which of the following statements CORRECTLY describes the relationship between the paranasal sinuses and the nasal cavity?
Which of the following statements CORRECTLY describes the relationship between the paranasal sinuses and the nasal cavity?
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What is the anatomical structure that closes off the laryngopharynx during swallowing, preventing food from entering the trachea?
What is the anatomical structure that closes off the laryngopharynx during swallowing, preventing food from entering the trachea?
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Which of the following correctly describes the role of the nasopharynx during swallowing?
Which of the following correctly describes the role of the nasopharynx during swallowing?
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What is the primary function of the larynx during breathing?
What is the primary function of the larynx during breathing?
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Which of these statements correctly describes the location and function of the ethmoid sinuses?
Which of these statements correctly describes the location and function of the ethmoid sinuses?
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What is aspiration pneumonia, and how does it relate to swallowing mechanisms?
What is aspiration pneumonia, and how does it relate to swallowing mechanisms?
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Which of the following is NOT a shared function of the respiratory and digestive systems?
Which of the following is NOT a shared function of the respiratory and digestive systems?
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What is the function of the thyroid cartilage (Adam's apple) in the larynx?
What is the function of the thyroid cartilage (Adam's apple) in the larynx?
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What is the main difference between the oropharynx and the nasopharynx?
What is the main difference between the oropharynx and the nasopharynx?
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What is the primary function of the pleural fluid in the pleural cavity?
What is the primary function of the pleural fluid in the pleural cavity?
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Which of the following is a condition that causes difficulty in speaking?
Which of the following is a condition that causes difficulty in speaking?
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What is the medical term for a sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx?
What is the medical term for a sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx?
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What happens to the diaphragm during inhalation?
What happens to the diaphragm during inhalation?
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What is the primary difference between external and internal respiration?
What is the primary difference between external and internal respiration?
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Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of acute bronchitis?
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of acute bronchitis?
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What is the medical terminology for inflammation of the bronchi?
What is the medical terminology for inflammation of the bronchi?
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Which of the following correctly describes the path of oxygen during respiration?
Which of the following correctly describes the path of oxygen during respiration?
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What is the medical term for the membranes that cover the lung and line the pleural cavity?
What is the medical term for the membranes that cover the lung and line the pleural cavity?
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How does the contraction of the diaphragm affect the thoracic cavity?
How does the contraction of the diaphragm affect the thoracic cavity?
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What is the excess accumulation of fluid in the pleural space called?
What is the excess accumulation of fluid in the pleural space called?
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What is the role of the phrenic nerves in respiration?
What is the role of the phrenic nerves in respiration?
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What is the medical term for the inflammation of the pharynx, often associated with a sore throat?
What is the medical term for the inflammation of the pharynx, often associated with a sore throat?
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Where does the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occur in the body?
Where does the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occur in the body?
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What is the term for the watery flow of mucus from the nose?
What is the term for the watery flow of mucus from the nose?
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Which of the following is NOT a component involved in the process of respiration?
Which of the following is NOT a component involved in the process of respiration?
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What is the primary cause of drug-resistant tuberculosis?
What is the primary cause of drug-resistant tuberculosis?
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Which type of pneumonia affects larger lung areas, including lobes?
Which type of pneumonia affects larger lung areas, including lobes?
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Identify the disorder classified as an interstitial lung disease.
Identify the disorder classified as an interstitial lung disease.
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What condition is characterized by the accumulation of thick mucus in the lungs and pancreas?
What condition is characterized by the accumulation of thick mucus in the lungs and pancreas?
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What is the primary difference between Bronchopneumonia and Lobar Pneumonia?
What is the primary difference between Bronchopneumonia and Lobar Pneumonia?
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Which of the following is NOT a common cause of pneumonia?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of pneumonia?
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Which of these conditions primarily affects the alveoli and their supporting structures?
Which of these conditions primarily affects the alveoli and their supporting structures?
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What is the main characteristic of Pulmonary Fibrosis?
What is the main characteristic of Pulmonary Fibrosis?
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What is the primary function of the epiglottis?
What is the primary function of the epiglottis?
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Which of the following structures is NOT part of the upper respiratory tract?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the upper respiratory tract?
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What is the role of the alveoli in the respiratory system?
What is the role of the alveoli in the respiratory system?
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Which of the following words is NOT a combining form related to the respiratory system?
Which of the following words is NOT a combining form related to the respiratory system?
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What is the wall of cartilage that separates the nose into two chambers called?
What is the wall of cartilage that separates the nose into two chambers called?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory system?
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The term "pneumon/o" is a combining form that refers to
The term "pneumon/o" is a combining form that refers to
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What is the primary function of the sinuses?
What is the primary function of the sinuses?
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Cilia
Cilia
Thin hairs in the nostrils that filter air.
Mucous Membranes
Mucous Membranes
Tissues lining the nose, digestive, and urinary systems.
Mucus
Mucus
Slippery secretion from mucous membranes that lubricates tissues.
Olfactory Receptors
Olfactory Receptors
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Tonsils and Adenoids
Tonsils and Adenoids
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Paranasal Sinuses
Paranasal Sinuses
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Frontal Sinuses
Frontal Sinuses
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Maxillary Sinuses
Maxillary Sinuses
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Parietal Pleura
Parietal Pleura
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Visceral Pleura
Visceral Pleura
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Pleural Cavity
Pleural Cavity
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Diaphragm
Diaphragm
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Inhalation
Inhalation
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Exhalation
Exhalation
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External Respiration
External Respiration
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Internal Respiration
Internal Respiration
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Ethmoid Sinuses
Ethmoid Sinuses
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Pharynx
Pharynx
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Nasopharynx
Nasopharynx
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Oropharynx
Oropharynx
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Laryngopharynx
Laryngopharynx
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Larynx
Larynx
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Thyroid Cartilage
Thyroid Cartilage
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Protective Swallowing Mechanisms
Protective Swallowing Mechanisms
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Nose
Nose
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Sinuses
Sinuses
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Epiglottis
Epiglottis
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Trachea
Trachea
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Alveoli
Alveoli
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Functions of the Respiratory System
Functions of the Respiratory System
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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
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Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis
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Rhinorrhea
Rhinorrhea
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Pharyngitis
Pharyngitis
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Strep throat
Strep throat
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Aphonia
Aphonia
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Acute bronchitis
Acute bronchitis
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Pleural effusion
Pleural effusion
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Drug-resistant tuberculosis
Drug-resistant tuberculosis
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Pneumonia
Pneumonia
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Bronchopneumonia
Bronchopneumonia
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Lobar pneumonia
Lobar pneumonia
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Aspiration pneumonia
Aspiration pneumonia
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Interstitial lung disease
Interstitial lung disease
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Pulmonary fibrosis
Pulmonary fibrosis
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Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic Fibrosis
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Study Notes
Overview of the Respiratory System
- The nose warms, moisturizes, and filters inhaled air.
- Sinuses produce mucus and lighten skull bones.
- The pharynx transports air between nose and trachea.
- The larynx enables speech.
- The epiglottis closes the trachea during swallowing.
- The trachea transports air to and from the bronchi.
- Bronchi transport air into the lungs.
- Alveoli exchange gases with blood.
- Lungs bring oxygen into the body, and remove carbon dioxide and water waste.
Word Parts
- Ox/i, ox/o, ox/y = oxygen
- Phon/o = sound
- Pleur/o = pleura, side of body
- -pnea = breathing
- Somn/o = sleep
- Spir/o = to breathe
Functions of the Respiratory System
- Delivers air to the lungs.
- Conveys oxygen from inhaled air to blood.
- Expels carbon dioxide and water waste.
- Produces airflow for speech.
Structures of the Respiratory System
- Upper respiratory tract: nose, mouth, pharynx, epiglottis, larynx, and trachea.
- Lower respiratory tract: bronchial tree and lungs.
- These structures are located within and protected by the thoracic cavity (rib cage)
- Portions of the respiratory tract are sometimes referred to as the airway (upper and lower tracts and bronchial tree).
The Nose
- Air enters through the nostrils and passes through the nasal cavity.
- Nasal septum divides the nose into two sections.
- Cilia filters incoming air.
- Mucous membranes line the nose to warm, moisten, and filter air.
- Olfactory receptors are nerve endings for smell and taste (in the nasal cavity).
The Tonsils
- Part of the lymphatic system.
- Protect body from infection.
- Palatine tonsils are behind the mouth.
- Nasopharyngeal tonsils (adenoids) are higher up, behind the nose and roof of the mouth.
The Paranasal Sinuses
- Air-filled cavities in the skull bones.
- Make skull bones lighter.
- Resonate the voice.
- Lubricate the nasal cavity.
- Frontal sinuses are above the eyebrows.
- Sphenoid sinuses are behind the eyes, near the pituitary gland.
- Maxillary sinuses are under the eyes, near maxillary teeth.
- Ethmoid sinuses are between the nose and eyes.
The Pharynx
- Commonly known as the throat.
- Receives air from nose or mouth, and food.
- Three divisions: nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx.
The Larynx
- Known as the voice box.
- Located between the pharynx and trachea.
- Thyroid cartilage, the largest, is sometimes called the Adam's apple.
- Contains vocal cords used in speech.
The Trachea
- Transports air to and from the lungs.
- Held open by C-shaped cartilage rings.
- Located in front of the esophagus.
The Bronchi
- Two large tubes that branch from the trachea.
- Convey air into the lungs.
The Alveoli
- Small grape-like clusters at the ends of bronchioles.
- Exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.
- Surrounded by a network of capillaries.
- Produce surfactant, a substance that reduces surface tension.
The Lungs
- Essential organs of respiration
- Typically divided into lobes (three in the right lung, two in the left).
- Located in the thoracic cavity.
- The right lung is larger and has three lobes; the left lung has two, due to the heart's location.
The Mediastinum
- Middle section of the chest cavity.
- Contains the heart, its associated blood vessels, esophagus, trachea, the thymus gland, lymph nodes and other structures.
- Located between the lungs
The Pleura
- Thin, moist membranes that cover the lungs and line the inner surface of the thoracic cavity.
- Parietal pleura: the outer layer lining the chest wall
- Visceral pleura: the inner layer that covers the lungs
- Pleural cavity: the space between the parietal and visceral pleura (contains fluid).
- The fluid enables smooth movement of membranes during breathing.
The Diaphragm
- Dome-shaped muscle separating the thoracic cavity from the abdomen.
- Plays a vital role in breathing.
Respiration
- Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
- Inhalation: diaphragm contracts, expanding the thoracic cavity and creating a negative pressure. Air rushes in.
- Exhalation: diaphragm relaxes, decreasing the volume of the thoracic cavity and causing positive pressure, forcing air out.
External Respiration
- Bringing air into and out of the lungs; exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide.
- Oxygen passes into capillaries surrounding alveoli. Carbon dioxide is expelled from the alveoli.
Internal Respiration
- Exchange of gases between blood cells and tissue cells.
- Oxygen carried by blood cells is taken into cells; carbon dioxide is carried back to lungs by blood.
Medical Specialties
- Otolaryngologists (ENTs): specialists in head and neck conditions, including the respiratory system.
- Pulmonologists: specialists in the respiratory system.
- Respiratory therapists: treat patients with breathing difficulties.
- Thoracic surgeons: perform surgical operations on the organs inside of the thorax (chest).
Pathology of Respiratory System
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): lung diseases where airflow is obstructed and often caused by prolonged smoking.
- Chronic Bronchitis: inflammation of the airways due to recurrent exposure. Mucous production often is excessive.
- Emphysema: progressive loss of lung function due to smoking, characterized by reduced alveoli count, and enlarged remaining alveoli.
- Asthma: chronic inflammatory disease of the bronchial tubes often triggered by allergens, resulting in breathing difficulties like wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.
- Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs): common viral infections, including the common cold.
- Allergic Rhinitis: allergic reaction to airborne allergens, leading to inflammation of the nasal passages.
- Croup: acute respiratory infection in children, characterized by a barking cough.
- Epistaxis: nosebleeds.
- Pharyngitis: sore throat, an inflammation of the pharynx.
- Laryngospasm: sudden, spasmodic closure of the larynx.
- Aphonia: loss of the ability to speak normally due to laryngeal problems.
- Dysphonia: difficulty speaking, problems with vocal quality.
- Laryngitis: inflammation of the larynx.
- Acute Bronchitis: inflammation of the bronchi (often viral).
Diagnostic Procedures
- Respiratory rate: count of breaths per minute.
- Respiratory sounds: such as rales, rhonchi, and stridor to evaluate lung and pleural function.
- Bronchoscopy: visual examination of the bronchi.
- Chest x-ray (CXR): to evaluate the lungs.
- Laryngoscopy: visual examination of the larynx and vocal cords.
- Peak flow meter: measures airflow out of the lungs (helpful for asthma patients).
- Polysomnography: evaluates physiological activity during sleep, used for diagnosis of sleep apnea.
- Pulmonary function tests (PFTs): measures lung volume and airflow using a spirometer.
- Incentive spirometer: aids in respiratory function recovery after surgery/injury.
- Pulse oximeter: measures oxygen saturation level.
- Sputum cytology: examines mucus coughed up from the lungs (for cell analysis).
- Sputum culture & sensitivity: testing of mucus for bacterial presence, and sensitivity to antibiotics.
- Tuberculosis testing: methods to detect tuberculosis infection
Treatment Procedures
- Antitussives: medications to prevent or relieve coughing.
- Decongestants: relieve nasal congestion.
- Expectorants: make mucus thinner, aiding in easier expulsion.
- Bronchodilators: relax and expand bronchial passages, improving airflow.
- Inhaled corticosteroids: long-term prevention of asthma attacks.
Supplemental Oxygen Therapy
- Methods like nasal cannula, rebreather and non-rebreather masks delivering supplemental oxygen, when needed.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy and functions of the respiratory system, particularly focusing on the paranasal sinuses, adenoids, and nasal cavity structures. This quiz includes various statements about respiratory structures and their relationships. Perfect for students of anatomy or medicine!