Oxygenation and Perfusion

Front

Image of lungs illustrating the respiratory system

Back

Chapter 40: Oxygenation and Perfusion

Front

Integrity of the airway system

Back

Transports air to and from the lungs

Front

Function of the alveolar system

Back

Oxygenates venous blood and removes carbon dioxide from blood

Front

Role of the cardiovascular and blood supply

Back

Carries nutrients and wastes to and from body cells

Front

Upper Airway Function

Back

Warm, filter, humidify inspired air

Front

Components of the Upper Airway

Back

- Nose - Pharynx - Larynx - Epiglottis

Front

Functions of the Lower Airway/Tracheobronchial Tree

Back

Conduction of air, mucociliary clearance, production of pulmonary surfactant

Front

Components of the Lower Airway/Tracheobronchial Tree

Back

- Trachea - Right and left mainstem bronchi - Segmental bronchi - Terminal bronchioles

Front

Main organs of respiration

Back

Lungs

Front

Lung extension

Back

From the base of the diaphragm to the apex above the first rib