(1) introduction to respiratory system (objectives) Flashcards
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Describe the basic role of the lungs as blood reservoirs
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2
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Describe the basic role of the lungs as importance in water and solute balance
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3
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Describe the basic role of the lungs a elimination of volatile substances
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4
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Describe the basic role of the lungs as in controlling respiratory infections
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5
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Describe the basic role of the lungs as blood clotting and producer of biologically active substances.
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6
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Calculate the partial pressure of any gas in a gas mixture at any given barometric pressure.
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7
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State the average normal Po2 and Pco2 values of ambient air,
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8
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state the average normal arterial and venous blood and tissue/interstitial fluid spaces.
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