Ch 19 Respiratory Emergencies

Question 1

An active process in which the intercostal muscles and the diaphragm contract, expanding the size of the chest cavity and causing air to flow into the lungs

Answer 1

Inspiration

Question 2

Another term for inspiration

Answer 2

Inhalation

Question 3

A passive process in which the intercostal muscles and the diaphragm relax, causing the chest cavity to decrease in size and forcing air from the lungs

Answer 3

Expiration

Question 4

Another term for expiration

Answer 4

Exhalation

Question 5

A form of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) consisting of a mask and a means of blowing oxygen or air into the mask to prevent airway collapse or to help alleviate difficulty breathing

Answer 5

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)

Question 6

Blockage/narrowing of the bronchi that lead from the trachea to the lungs

Answer 6

Bronchoconstriction