respiration Flashcards
The act of breathing
Respiration
is the process of inhaling oxygen into the body and exhaling carbon dioxide.
Respiration
One respiration, also called the respiratory cycle, consists of one _________ (exhalation) and one _________ (inhalation)
expiration (exhalation) and inspiration (inhalation)
what are the three mechanics of breathing?
- Ventilation
- Diffusion
- Perfusion
controlled by the autonomic nervous system, which enables us to alter our breathing without thinking about it.
respiration
What are the characteristics of respiration?
• Rate,
• Rhythm,
• Depth, and
• The quality or characteristics of breathing.
The number of respiration per minute
respiratory rate
what is the respiration rate for healthy adult?
12-20
what is the respiration rate for newborn?
30-60
It refers to the regular and equal spacing of breaths.
Respiratory Rhythm
The depth of respiration is the volume of air that is inhaled and exhaled.
Respiratory depth
Respiratory quality or character refers to breathing patterns - both normal and abnormal.
Respiratory quality
Normal respirations do not usually have any noticeable sounds.
breath sounds
