Respiration System Flashcards
0
Q
What are the main structures of the respiratory system?
A
Nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, lungs
1
Q
What is the function of the respiratory system?
A
Brings in oxygen to the body then delivered via the blood. Removes CO2, maintains body acid-base status
2
Q
Alveol/o
A
Alveolus
3
Q
Bronch/o
Bronchi/o
A
Bronchi
4
Q
Epiglott/o
A
Epiglottis
5
Q
Ox/o
Oxy/o
A
Oxygen
6
Q
Pneumat/o
Pneumon/o
Pulmon/o
A
Lung
7
Q
Sinus/o
A
Sinus
8
Q
Steth/o
A
Chest
9
Q
Atelectasis
A
Incomplete expansion of the alveoli
10
Q
Antihistamine
A
A drug to counteract the effects of histamine
11
Q
Asphyxia
A
Interruption of breathing resulting in lack of oxygen
12
Q
Auscultation
A
Act of listening
13
Q
Cyanosis
A
Abnormal condition of blue discoloration
14
Q
Epistaxis
A
Nosebleed
