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What is the process of drawing air into the lungs called?
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?
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?
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?
What is the function of the Hering-Breuer reflex?
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What is the normal respiratory rate of an adult?
What is the normal respiratory rate of an adult?
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What is the process of exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide in the lungs?
What is the process of exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide in the lungs?
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What is the term for a breathing rate above 20 breaths per minute in an adult?
What is the term for a breathing rate above 20 breaths per minute in an adult?
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What is the term for breathing that is too slow or shallow?
What is the term for breathing that is too slow or shallow?
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What is the result of hypoventilation in terms of carbon dioxide levels in the blood?
What is the result of hypoventilation in terms of carbon dioxide levels in the blood?
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What is the term for an irregular breathing rhythm?
What is the term for an irregular breathing rhythm?
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What is the consequence of hyperventilation in terms of carbon dioxide levels in the blood?
What is the consequence of hyperventilation in terms of carbon dioxide levels in the blood?
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