Respiratory flashcard

Front

Which of the following is NOT a basic function of the respiratory system? Provides a mechanism for gas exchange between the body and environment, Warms, moistens, and filters air entering the body, Plays a role in maintaining optimal pH of the body, Plays a role in speech and voice resonance

Back

Plays a role in maintaining optimal pH of the body

Front

What structure prevents food from entering the larynx and the trachea?

Back

Epiglottis

Front

Where does gas exchange occur in the lungs?

Back

Alveoli

Front

In order, what are the structures of the respiratory system that an oxygen molecule would pass through in order to make the blood stream? Options: trachea - bronchi - alveoli - bronchioles, alveoli - bronchi - bronchioles - trachea, bronchi - trachea - alveoli - bronchioles, trachea - bronchi - bronchioles - alveoli

Back

trachea - bronchi - bronchioles - alveoli

Front

The trachea is located ______________________ to the esophagus.

Back

anterior

Front

What connects the pharynx to the trachea?

Back

larynx

Front

Which of the following is NOT a reason objects inhaled are more likely to lodge in the right bronchus? Options: more vertical, wider, longer, shorter

Back

longer

Front

What respiratory condition is caused by bacterium and is highly communicable?

Back

Tuberculosis

Front

What is another name for the common cold?

Back

Coryza

Front

What disease is characterized by inflammation of the bronchi, caused by genetic factors, air pollution, and respiratory infection?

Back

Bronchitis