Exam 13: Respiratory System

Bronchitis is defined as:

Each lung is surrounded by a double membrane called ____________________.

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible. -What are the health hazards of exposure to mold?

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible. -Explain the classification of secondhand smoke.

The vital capacity is the sum of:

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible. -Name at least five triggering agents for asthma.

Using two or three sentences, answer the following questions as concisely as possible. -Explain the concept of "sick building syndrome."

____________________ is a genetic disorder of the exocrine glands that is usually diagnosed before the age of 6 months.

The lungs have a spongelike texture because they are made up of a large number of:

____________________ is an inflammation of the membranes that line the lungs.

Dysphagia is defined as:

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is a condition that occurs when:

Inhalation of biological contaminants such as bacteria, fungi, and dust mites can lead to _________________________.

Research various smoking cessation programs available.Which has the highest success rate?

_________________________ is a buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood, which lowers the blood's pH.

Research the effectiveness of over-the-counter medications for treating sinusitis.Does the over-the-counter medication merely mask the symptoms or does it treat the infection?

Tuberculosis is a condition that occurs when:

Pleurisy is defined as:

Write an expository outlining the three functions of the respiratory system and explain how the body may be affected if one part of the system becomes dysfunctional.