EMS Respiratory System & Conditions

The purpose of the respiratory system is to:

• transport nutrients throughout the body

• regulate body temperature

• facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide

• protect the body from pathogens

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

• Digestion

• Breathing

• Circulation

• Excretion

The respiratory system takes in ______ and removes carbon dioxide.

• oxygen

• nitrogen

• hydrogen

• argon

Which body system does the respiratory system work closely with to ensure blood is oxygenated?

• Digestive system

• Nervous system

• Cardiovascular system

• Muscular system

Fill in the blank: The lower respiratory tract consists of the trachea, lungs, bronchi, bronchioles, and _______.

• the diaphragm

• the esophagus

• the larynx

• the pharynx

The nasal cavities are lined with ______ that help sweep mucus and debris.

• cilia

• villi

• flagella

• microvilli

The larynx is lined with a ________ membrane.

• mucous

• serous

• synovial

• cutaneous

What is the larynx also known as?

• Voice box

• Windpipe

• Esophagus

• Nasal cavity

The larynx contains the _______ to prevent food or liquid from entering the trachea.

• epiglottis

• vocal cords

• thyroid gland

• esophagus

What is the trachea also known as?

• Windpipe

• Esophagus

• Bronchi

• Larynx