Anatomy Respiratory System # 18 Q

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What is the term for the opening between the vocal cords?

Pharynx

Larynx

Trachea

Glottis (correct)

What is the primary function of the larynx?

To support the mucus membrane and increase the surface area in the nasal cavity

To produce sound (correct)

To filter the air we breathe

To separate the trachea from the esophagus

What is the name of the tissue that keeps the lungs from collapsing between inspirations?

Mucus membrane

Bronchial tree

Pleural fluid

Surfactant (correct)

What is the name of the membrane surrounding the lungs?

Pleura Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the paranasal sinuses in the skull?

To equalize pressure and reduce the weight of the skull Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the respiratory system?

To move air in and out of the lungs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the vocal cords?

To produce sound Signup and view all the answers

Which structures are part of the bronchial tree?

Primary, secondary, and tertiary branches of the bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli Signup and view all the answers

The surgical incision (to cut in) to access the inside of the trachea is termed?

Tracheotomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the accumulation of fluid in the pleural cavity?

Pleural effusion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an organ of the respiratory system?

Liver Signup and view all the answers

The surgical incision and creation of an artificial hole or orifice (hole to remain open), in the trachea is termed?

Tracheostomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the compound formed when carbon dioxide binds to hemoglobin?

Carboxyhemoglobin Signup and view all the answers

The name of the diagnostic test that measures respiratory volumes?

Spirometry Signup and view all the answers

Wheezing is produced in which disease

Asthma Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a lung collapsed ?

Atelectasis Signup and view all the answers

Low level of oxygen is termed?

Hypoxemia Signup and view all the answers

Dysphonia is produced due to ?

Laryngitis Signup and view all the answers