Exam 17: Respiratory System

Asthma is a respiratory disease in which _____.

Match each anatomical part with its function. -serve(s) as point of exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide with capillaries

Which of the following infectious diseases is increasing in incidence after being on the decline for many years?

Match each anatomical part with its function. -provide(s) passage for air from trachea to lungs

Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are referred to collectively as _________________________________________.

Which of the following is an example of diffusion?

The most difficult part of breathing for individuals with emphysema is inhaling sufficient amounts of air.

The respiratory infection that affects the most people each year is the _________________________.

External respiration involves the use of oxygen to release energy stored in nutrient molecules such as glucose.

If the level of carbon dioxide in the blood is too low, it can result in dizziness and fainting.

The respiratory center is located in the ______________________________ in the brain.

Match each anatomical part with its function. -contain(s) the vocal cords

The ____________________ is a flap of cartilage that prevents food and liquids from entering the trachea.

The most serious potential consequence of sleep apnea is _____.

Most respiratory infections are caused by bacteria.

Match each anatomical part with its function. -serve(s) as passageway for air and food

Match each anatomical part with its function. -enable(s) entry of air from the outside environment

Match each anatomical part with its function. -increase(s) movement of air in the nasal cavity

____________________ is the physical and chemical process by which the body supplies its cells and tissues with oxygen.

If a client has a condition called orthopnea, this means that she _____.