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Anatomy of the Respiratory System Quiz
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Anatomy of the Respiratory System Quiz

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

  • Gas exchange (correct)
  • Digestion of food
  • Production of hormones
  • Circulation of blood
  • Which muscle is considered the primary muscle of respiration?

  • Diaphragm (correct)
  • Deltoid
  • Rectus abdominis
  • Biceps brachii
  • Where does gas exchange primarily take place in the respiratory system?

  • Larynx
  • Alveoli (correct)
  • Bronchi
  • Trachea
  • During expiration, what happens to the diaphragm?

    <p>It relaxes and rises passively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which space is commonly used for needle insertion for thoracentesis?

    <p>T4 level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscles are involved in expanding the thorax during inspiration?

    <p>Parasternals &amp; scalenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of sputum that suggests an infection?

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

    What does green or yellow sputum suggest?

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

    In which situation might ACE inhibitors cause a cough?

    <p>At night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might pink frothy sputum indicate?

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

    What might cause shortness of breath on exertion due to anemia?

    <p>Disease of other systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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