Introduction Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the structures leading to the alveoli
A
Terminal bronchioles- respiratory bronchioles- alveolar duct- alveolar sac
2
Q
Describe the concentrations of oxygen in different compartments
A
FiO2- 20.9 % (atmospheric)
PAO2- 13.3kPa (100mmHg)- alveolar
PaO2- 13.3kPa (100mmHg)- arteriolar
PvO2- 5.3kPa (40mmHg)- venous
3
Q
Describe the concentrations of carbon dioxide in different compartments
A
FiCO2- 0.04%
PACO2- 5.3kPa (alveolar)
PaCO2- 5.3kPa (arteriolar)
PvCO2- 6.1kPa (venous)