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What structure covers the glottis to prevent fluids from entering the trachea?
What structure covers the glottis to prevent fluids from entering the trachea?
Which part of the pharynx is located superior to the soft palate?
Which part of the pharynx is located superior to the soft palate?
What is the primary function of the nasal conchae in the nasal cavity?
What is the primary function of the nasal conchae in the nasal cavity?
Which structure is primarily responsible for producing sound for speech?
Which structure is primarily responsible for producing sound for speech?
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What do the 'true vocal cords' control to impact vocal range?
What do the 'true vocal cords' control to impact vocal range?
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Which part of the respiratory tract is lined with C-shaped cartilaginous rings?
Which part of the respiratory tract is lined with C-shaped cartilaginous rings?
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Which structure is primarily located inferior to the hyoid bone?
Which structure is primarily located inferior to the hyoid bone?
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What is the role of the paranasal sinuses?
What is the role of the paranasal sinuses?
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What role does peristalsis play in the digestive system?
What role does peristalsis play in the digestive system?
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Which layer of the stomach aids in mixing contents and mechanical digestion?
Which layer of the stomach aids in mixing contents and mechanical digestion?
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What is chyme?
What is chyme?
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Which part of the small intestine is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?
Which part of the small intestine is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?
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What condition is characterized by inflammation of the appendix?
What condition is characterized by inflammation of the appendix?
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What can result from a low-fiber diet in relation to the colon?
What can result from a low-fiber diet in relation to the colon?
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Which section of the large intestine is involved in water absorption and feces formation?
Which section of the large intestine is involved in water absorption and feces formation?
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How does heartburn occur?
How does heartburn occur?
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What is a symptom of jaundice?
What is a symptom of jaundice?
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What is the primary function of the ileocecal valve?
What is the primary function of the ileocecal valve?
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What is the primary function of the liver?
What is the primary function of the liver?
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Which of the following structures is NOT part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
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What is the role of bile in digestion?
What is the role of bile in digestion?
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Which duct carries bile from the gallbladder to the duodenum?
Which duct carries bile from the gallbladder to the duodenum?
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What separates the right and left lobes of the liver?
What separates the right and left lobes of the liver?
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Which type of teeth are primarily used for crushing and grinding?
Which type of teeth are primarily used for crushing and grinding?
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What component of saliva aids in the breakdown of food?
What component of saliva aids in the breakdown of food?
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Which region of the pharynx is involved in both respiratory and digestive functions?
Which region of the pharynx is involved in both respiratory and digestive functions?
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What mechanism prevents food from entering the respiratory tract during swallowing?
What mechanism prevents food from entering the respiratory tract during swallowing?
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Which gland is most active in producing saliva?
Which gland is most active in producing saliva?
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What type of muscle primarily composes the esophagus?
What type of muscle primarily composes the esophagus?
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Where does the absorption of most nutrients predominantly occur within the GI tract?
Where does the absorption of most nutrients predominantly occur within the GI tract?
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What is the main purpose of the periodontal ligament?
What is the main purpose of the periodontal ligament?
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What structure is responsible for the movement of food through the esophagus?
What structure is responsible for the movement of food through the esophagus?
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What is the main purpose of pulmonary surfactant in the alveoli?
What is the main purpose of pulmonary surfactant in the alveoli?
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Which type of cells are primarily responsible for rapid gas diffusion in the alveoli?
Which type of cells are primarily responsible for rapid gas diffusion in the alveoli?
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What is the consequence of underdeveloped surfactant-producing cells in newborns?
What is the consequence of underdeveloped surfactant-producing cells in newborns?
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What characterizes bronchitis symptoms?
What characterizes bronchitis symptoms?
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Which aspect of breathing does thoracic cavity volume primarily affect?
Which aspect of breathing does thoracic cavity volume primarily affect?
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What distinguishes forced exhalation from normal exhalation?
What distinguishes forced exhalation from normal exhalation?
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What anatomical feature is found in the left lung but not in the right lung?
What anatomical feature is found in the left lung but not in the right lung?
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What is the total lung capacity formula expressed in terms of its components?
What is the total lung capacity formula expressed in terms of its components?
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Which respiratory disorder is characterized by alveoli becoming brittle and rupturing?
Which respiratory disorder is characterized by alveoli becoming brittle and rupturing?
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What is a major risk factor for developing asthma?
What is a major risk factor for developing asthma?
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During which type of breathing is the diaphragm primarily engaged?
During which type of breathing is the diaphragm primarily engaged?
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What does eupnea refer to in respiratory physiology?
What does eupnea refer to in respiratory physiology?
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Where does internal respiration occur?
Where does internal respiration occur?
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What condition is indicated by excessive build-up of fluid in the alveoli?
What condition is indicated by excessive build-up of fluid in the alveoli?
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Study Notes
Respiratory System Overview
- Airflow path: Nares → vestibule → nasal cavity → nasopharynx → oropharynx → laryngopharynx → larynx → trachea → primary bronchi → bronchi (1, 2, 3) → bronchioles → terminal bronchioles → alveolar ducts → alveolar sacs (alveoli) → pulmonary capillaries (O2 → CO2 exchange, reversed path for CO2)
Nose and Nasal Cavity
- Nares (nostrils): Entry points for air.
- Nasal bones and cartilage: Form the nose's bridge.
- Vestibule: Entrance area to the nose.
- Nasal conchae (superior, middle, inferior): Increase air turbulence for efficient cleaning.
Paranasal Sinuses
- Air-filled spaces in skull bones, making bones lighter.
Pharynx (Throat)
- Nasopharynx: Posterior to nasal cavity, superior to soft palate. Contains pharyngeal tonsils (adenoids).
- Oropharynx: Bounded by soft palate & hyoid bone, houses palatine and lingual tonsils.
- Laryngopharynx: Inferior to hyoid bone, superior to esophagus.
Larynx (Voice Box)
- Epiglottis: Spoon-shaped cartilage preventing swallowed material from entering the trachea during swallowing; covers glottis.
- Functions: Airway passage, prevents food entry, sound production, cough/sneeze reflex.
- Thyroid cartilage: Largest, superior, Adam's apple (prominent in males).
- Cricoid cartilage: Inferior to thyroid cartilage.
- Vocal folds (true vocal cords): Create sound via air vibration through the rima glottis (opening between vocal folds).
- Pitch: Determined by vocal fold tension.
- Loudness: Determined by air force through vocal folds.
Trachea (Windpipe)
- Anterior to the esophagus.
- Supported by C-shaped cartilaginous rings.
Bronchial Tree
- Trachea branches into right and left main bronchi, further branching forming a bronchial tree.
- Bronchioles: No cartilage, smooth muscle.
- Bronchi (1, 2, 3): Contain cartilage.
- Terminal bronchioles: End of conducting pathway.
Respiratory Portion
- Alveolar ducts: Lead to alveolar sacs.
- Alveolar sacs: Clusters of alveoli.
- Alveoli: Tiny sacs where gas exchange occurs; surrounded by pulmonary capillaries.
Alveoli Details
- Type I alveolar cells: Simple squamous epithelium for rapid gas diffusion.
- Type II alveolar cells: Produce surfactant to reduce surface tension and prevent alveolar collapse.
- Respiratory membrane: Thin wall between alveolar lumen and gas exchange.
- Pulmonary surfactant: Crucial for preventing alveolar collapse, especially in infants (IRDS).
Pulmonary Ventilation (Breathing)
- External respiration: Atmospheric air to blood.
- Internal respiration: Blood to body cells.
- Inhalation: Increased thoracic volume, decreased intrapulmonary pressure, air flows into lungs.
- Exhalation: Decreased thoracic volume, increased intrapulmonary pressure, air flows out of lungs.
Muscles of Breathing
- Quiet breathing: Diaphragm and external intercostals.
- Forced breathing: Additional muscles (internal intercostals, accessory muscles).
Respiratory System Disorders
- Smoking: Significant decreased life expectancy. Damages respiratory system structures.
- Common cold: Upper respiratory tract viral infection.
- Pneumonia: Bacterial or viral infection causing fluid in alveoli.
- Bronchitis: Infection of bronchi causing mucus production.
- Asthma: Compromised airflow due to inflammation, mucous secretion, and bronchoconstriction.
- Emphysema: Alveoli damage and rupture.
- Pulmonary fibrosis: Fibrous tissue formation in lungs, reducing elasticity.
Lungs
- Visceral pleura: Lung surface
- Parietal pleura: Outer lung surface
- Pleura cavity: Space between visceral and parietal pleura
- Lobes and fissures: Divisions in lungs (right 3 lobes, left 2).
- Bronchopulmonary segments: Subdivisions of lobes with independent functions.
Lung Volumes and Capacities
- Tidal volume (TV): Volume of air per breath.
- Vital capacity (VC): Maximum amount of air moved in one breath.
- Inspiratory reserve volume (IRV): Inhale extra volume after a normal breath.
- Expiratory reserve volume (ERV): Exhale extra volume after a normal breath.
- Residual volume (RV): Air remaining in lungs after maximal exhalation.
Respiratory System Disorder Definitions (Brief)
- Common cold- Viral upper respiratory infection, self-limiting.
- Pneumonia- Alveolar fluid accumulation, bacterial or viral.
- Bronchitis- Bronchial inflammation.
- Asthma- Bronchial spasms.
- Emphysema- Alveoli damage and overinflation.
- Pulmonary fibrosis- Lung scarring.
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