CHAP 7:Respiratory System Flashcards

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Organs

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Nasal cavity–Pharynx–Larynx–Trachea–Bronchial tubes–Lungs

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Functions

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Inhale fresh air into lungs
Exchange oxygen for carbon dioxide
Exhale stale air

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vital signs

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Respiratory rate, heart rate, temperature, and blood pressure

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asthma

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difficulty breathing caused by bronchospasms, dyspnea, coughing, and wheezing

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apnea

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not breathing while asleep

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bronchospasm

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involuntary contraction of smooth muscle in bronchial walls

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left lung

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2 lobes

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crackles

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abnormal crackling sound during inspiration; indicates fluid or mucus in airway; also called rales

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resp rates by age

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newborn: 30-60
1 year old: 18-30
16: 16-20
adult: 12-20

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bradypnea

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breathing too slowly; low respiratory rate

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clubbing

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abnormal widening and thickening of fingers due to chronic oxygen deficiency

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pneumothorax

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collection of air in pleural cavity; may result in collapsed lung

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right lung

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3 lobes

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