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What is the purpose of the respiratory zone?
What is the purpose of the respiratory zone?
- Support the trachea
- Enable gas exchange (correct)
- Maintain smooth muscles
- Reduce airway caliber
Which part of the respiratory system has tiny sacs responsible for gas exchange?
Which part of the respiratory system has tiny sacs responsible for gas exchange?
- Bronchi
- Respiratory bronchioles
- Alveoli (correct)
- Trachea
What happens to airway caliber in bronchioles compared to bronchi?
What happens to airway caliber in bronchioles compared to bronchi?
- Increases
- Remains the same
- Becomes irregular
- Reduces (correct)
Why is collateral ventilation an important concept in supporting physiotherapy treatments?
Why is collateral ventilation an important concept in supporting physiotherapy treatments?
Which structure is where the transfer of oxygen from alveolar air to the bloodstream occurs?
Which structure is where the transfer of oxygen from alveolar air to the bloodstream occurs?
What is a characteristic feature of the right main bronchus compared to the left?
What is a characteristic feature of the right main bronchus compared to the left?
What is the main function of the conducting zone in the respiratory system?
What is the main function of the conducting zone in the respiratory system?
Which structure connects the nasal cavity and the mouth to the larynx?
Which structure connects the nasal cavity and the mouth to the larynx?
What is the function of the nose in relation to breathing, especially relevant to physiotherapists?
What is the function of the nose in relation to breathing, especially relevant to physiotherapists?
Where is the trachea located in relation to the larynx and bronchi?
Where is the trachea located in relation to the larynx and bronchi?
Apart from olfaction and vocal resonance, what are some key functions of the nose during inspiration?
Apart from olfaction and vocal resonance, what are some key functions of the nose during inspiration?
Which component of the upper respiratory tract contains structures like the nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles?
Which component of the upper respiratory tract contains structures like the nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles?
