Recent Lessons

Show all results for ""

Feature Overview

Ace your exams with our all-in-one platform for creating and sharing quizzes and tests.

Quizzes

Create quizzes and tests automatically from your content using AI.

Flashcards

Automatically turn your notes into digital flashcards.

Share, Export & Embed

Share with classmates or export to Excel and your learning management system.

Stats & Reporting

Auto-grading quizzes and tests with detailed stats and reports.

Mobile Apps

The smarter way to study – wherever you are.

Pricing

Search...

SAQ - Differences between normal and laboured breathing

11 Questions

0 Views

SAQ - Differences between normal and laboured breathing

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz

Study Flashcards

Spaced Repetition

Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the process of drawing air into the lungs called?

Expiration

Ventilation

Respiration

Inspiration (correct)

What is the normal tidal volume of an adult at rest?

1000ml

500ml (correct)

1500ml

2000ml

What is the location of the respiratory centres that control breathing?

Cerebellum

Pons

Cerebrum

Medulla oblongata (correct)

What is the function of the Hering-Breuer reflex?

To prevent over inflation of the lungs Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal respiratory rate of an adult?

12-20 breaths per minute Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide in the lungs?

Ventilation Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a breathing rate above 20 breaths per minute in an adult?

Tachypnoea Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for breathing that is too slow or shallow?

Hypoventilation Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of hypoventilation in terms of carbon dioxide levels in the blood?

Carbon dioxide levels rise Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an irregular breathing rhythm?

Irregular rhythm Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of hyperventilation in terms of carbon dioxide levels in the blood?

Carbon dioxide levels decrease Signup and view all the answers