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Which of the following structures is part of the upper respiratory tract?
Which of the following structures is part of the upper respiratory tract?
The tracheostomy is a procedure performed to remove the tonsils.
The tracheostomy is a procedure performed to remove the tonsils.
False
What term describes the contraction in the bronchus?
What term describes the contraction in the bronchus?
Bronchospasm
The ________ is the site of gas exchange in the lungs.
The ________ is the site of gas exchange in the lungs.
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Match the following conditions with their descriptions:
Match the following conditions with their descriptions:
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What is the primary function of mucolytic drugs?
What is the primary function of mucolytic drugs?
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Oxygen is represented by the term Capn/o in medical terminology.
Oxygen is represented by the term Capn/o in medical terminology.
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What is the procedure called for placing a tube into the trachea?
What is the procedure called for placing a tube into the trachea?
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____ are the primary organs of the respiratory system responsible for gas exchange.
____ are the primary organs of the respiratory system responsible for gas exchange.
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Which of the following terms is used to refer to the surgical removal of tonsils?
Which of the following terms is used to refer to the surgical removal of tonsils?
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Study Notes
Medical Terminology Course PO 101
- Nile Valley University, Faculty of Pharmacy
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology
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Respiratory System
- The respiratory system is a network of organs and tissues that aid breathing.
- It consists of the upper and lower respiratory tracts.
- Upper respiratory tract: Nose, mouth, pharynx, and larynx
- Lower respiratory tract: Trachea, bronchial tree, and lungs, including alveoli.
- Parts of the respiratory system, with their corresponding prefixes/suffixes:
- Nose: Nas/o, Rhin/o
- Pharynx: Pharyng/o
- Tonsils: Tonsill/o
- Larynx: Laryng/o
- Trachea: Trache/o
- Bronchus/Bronchi: Bronch/o, Bronchi/o
- Alveoli: Alveol/o
- Lungs: Pulmon/o, Pneum/o
- Chest: Thorax
Respiratory System Function and Processes
- Breathing involves the intake of oxygen and expulsion of carbon dioxide.
- Key components for breathing include:
- Oxygen: Ox/o, Oxi/o
- Carbon dioxide: Capn/o
- Mucus: Muc/o
- Inhalation/Inspiration: Taking air into the lungs
- Exhalation/Expiration: Expelling air from the lungs
- Pnea: Breathing
Respiratory System Conditions and Procedures
- Common respiratory conditions and procedures include:
- Infection in lung: Pulmonary infection
- Thrombus in lung: Pulmonary embolism
- Larynx inflammation: Laryngitis
- Surgical opening of trachea: Tracheostomy
- Contraction in bronchus: Bronchospasm
- Inflammation of tonsils: Tonsillitis
- Surgical removal of tonsils: Tonsillectomy
- Alveolar inflammation: Alveolitis
- Inflammation in bronchus: Bronchitis
- Placing a tube into the trachea: Endotracheal
- Inspecting the larynx: Laryngoscopy
- Drugs dilating bronchi: Bronchodilators
- Drugs dissolving mucus: Mucolytics
- Drugs preventing cough: Antitussives
Respiratory System Measurements and Procedures
- Procedures to measure respiratory status include:
- Measuring low oxygen in the blood: Hypoxia
- Deep breathing: Hyperventilation
- Measuring carbon dioxide: Capnometer
- Rapid breathing: Tachypnea
- Difficulty breathing: Dyspnea
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This quiz covers the intricacies of the respiratory system as part of the Medical Terminology course PO 101 at Nile Valley University. It focuses on the anatomy, function, and specific prefixes and suffixes associated with respiratory terms. Test your knowledge on this vital system that facilitates breathing and gas exchange in the human body.
