Question 1

The partial pressure of oxygen in the blood returning to the lungs from the body is about

Accepted Answer

A)  80 mm Hg 
B)  60 mm Hg 
C)  40 mm Hg 
D)  20 mm Hg 
A)  80 mm Hg 
B)  60 mm Hg 
C)  40 mm Hg 
D)  20 mm Hg

Question 2

Match each of the terms with its definition or description.
-Structures in the nose that help warm and humidify the air

Accepted Answer

A) Respiratory membrane 
B) Respiratory mucosa 
C) Pharynx 
D) Larynx 
E) Trachea
F)Alveoli
G)Surfactant
H)Primary bronchi
I)Bronchioles
J)Pleura
K)Respiratory tree
L)Upper respiratory tract
M)Lacrimal sacs
N)Alveolar ducts
O)Conchae
P)Lower respiratory tract 
A) Respiratory membrane 
B) Respiratory mucosa 
C) Pharynx 
D) Larynx 
E) Trachea
F)Alveoli
G)Surfactant
H)Primary bronchi
I)Bronchioles
J)Pleura
K)Respiratory tree
L)Upper respiratory tract
M)Lacrimal sacs
N)Alveolar ducts
O)Conchae
P)Lower respiratory tract

Question 3

The space between the vocal cords is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  epiglottis 
B)  conchae 
C)  glottis 
D)  thyroid cartilage 
A)  epiglottis 
B)  conchae 
C)  glottis 
D)  thyroid cartilage

Question 4

Match each of the terms with its definition or description.
-Form in which most of the carbon dioxide is carried in the blood

Accepted Answer

A) External respiration 
B) Internal respiration 
C) Diaphragm 
D) Abdominal muscles 
E) Oxyhemoglobin
F)Bicarbonate ion
G)Tidal volume
H)Vital capacity
I)Aortic bodies
J)Stretch receptors
K)Pulmonary ventilation
L)Dyspnea
M)Residual volume
N)Eupnea 
A) External respiration 
B) Internal respiration 
C) Diaphragm 
D) Abdominal muscles 
E) Oxyhemoglobin
F)Bicarbonate ion
G)Tidal volume
H)Vital capacity
I)Aortic bodies
J)Stretch receptors
K)Pulmonary ventilation
L)Dyspnea
M)Residual volume
N)Eupnea

Question 5

The largest amount of air that can be breathed in and out in one breath is called

Accepted Answer

A)  vital capacity 
B)  residual volume 
C)  tidal volume 
D)  expiratory reserve volume 
A)  vital capacity 
B)  residual volume 
C)  tidal volume 
D)  expiratory reserve volume

Question 6

The cerebral cortex is responsible for the voluntary increase or decrease in breathing rate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

O-shaped rings of cartilage help keep the trachea open even when pressure is applied to it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

During inspiration

Accepted Answer

A)  the diaphragm contracts and moves up into the thoracic cavity 
B)  the chest cavity expands 
C)  the pressure in the thoracic cavity increases 
D)  all of the above 
A)  the diaphragm contracts and moves up into the thoracic cavity 
B)  the chest cavity expands 
C)  the pressure in the thoracic cavity increases 
D)  all of the above

Question 9

Surfactant is a slippery fluid that allows the lungs to rub against the chest wall with very little friction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The auditory tubes open into the oropharynx and help in the equalization of air pressure between the middle ear and external ear.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Complete tracheal obstruction causes death in a matter of minutes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Match each of the terms with its definition or description.
-Contains the vocal cords and the epiglottis

Accepted Answer

A) Respiratory membrane 
B) Respiratory mucosa 
C) Pharynx 
D) Larynx 
E) Trachea
F)Alveoli
G)Surfactant
H)Primary bronchi
I)Bronchioles
J)Pleura
K)Respiratory tree
L)Upper respiratory tract
M)Lacrimal sacs
N)Alveolar ducts
O)Conchae
P)Lower respiratory tract 
A) Respiratory membrane 
B) Respiratory mucosa 
C) Pharynx 
D) Larynx 
E) Trachea
F)Alveoli
G)Surfactant
H)Primary bronchi
I)Bronchioles
J)Pleura
K)Respiratory tree
L)Upper respiratory tract
M)Lacrimal sacs
N)Alveolar ducts
O)Conchae
P)Lower respiratory tract

Question 13

Match each of the terms with its definition or description.
-Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the tissue cells of the body

Accepted Answer

A) External respiration 
B) Internal respiration 
C) Diaphragm 
D) Abdominal muscles 
E) Oxyhemoglobin
F)Bicarbonate ion
G)Tidal volume
H)Vital capacity
I)Aortic bodies
J)Stretch receptors
K)Pulmonary ventilation
L)Dyspnea
M)Residual volume
N)Eupnea 
A) External respiration 
B) Internal respiration 
C) Diaphragm 
D) Abdominal muscles 
E) Oxyhemoglobin
F)Bicarbonate ion
G)Tidal volume
H)Vital capacity
I)Aortic bodies
J)Stretch receptors
K)Pulmonary ventilation
L)Dyspnea
M)Residual volume
N)Eupnea

Question 14

The lungs are composed of five lobes: three in the left lung and two in the right lung.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The partial pressure of oxygen in the blood returning to the lungs from the body is about

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Structures in the nose that help warm and humidify the air

The space between the vocal cords is called the

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Form in which most of the carbon dioxide is carried in the blood

The largest amount of air that can be breathed in and out in one breath is called

The cerebral cortex is responsible for the voluntary increase or decrease in breathing rate.

O-shaped rings of cartilage help keep the trachea open even when pressure is applied to it.

During inspiration

Surfactant is a slippery fluid that allows the lungs to rub against the chest wall with very little friction.

The auditory tubes open into the oropharynx and help in the equalization of air pressure between the middle ear and external ear.

Complete tracheal obstruction causes death in a matter of minutes.

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Contains the vocal cords and the epiglottis

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the tissue cells of the body

The lungs are composed of five lobes: three in the left lung and two in the right lung.

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Exam 15: Respiratory System

The partial pressure of oxygen in the blood returning to the lungs from the body is about

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Structures in the nose that help warm and humidify the air

The space between the vocal cords is called the

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Form in which most of the carbon dioxide is carried in the blood

The largest amount of air that can be breathed in and out in one breath is called

The cerebral cortex is responsible for the voluntary increase or decrease in breathing rate.

O-shaped rings of cartilage help keep the trachea open even when pressure is applied to it.

During inspiration

Surfactant is a slippery fluid that allows the lungs to rub against the chest wall with very little friction.

The auditory tubes open into the oropharynx and help in the equalization of air pressure between the middle ear and external ear.

Complete tracheal obstruction causes death in a matter of minutes.

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Contains the vocal cords and the epiglottis

Match each of the terms with its definition or description. -Exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the tissue cells of the body

The lungs are composed of five lobes: three in the left lung and two in the right lung.

Introduction to the Body

Chemistry of Life

Cells

Tissues

Organ Systems

Skin and Membranes

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Nervous System

Senses

Endocrine System

Blood

Cardiovascular System

Lymphatic System and Immunity

Digestive System

Nutrition and Metabolism

Urinary System

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid-Base Balance

Reproductive Systems

Growth and Development

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