Respiratory 1 Flashcards
What does the respiratory system do to the air we breather
Filters, warms, and humidifies
Sinuses, which are closely related to the respiratory system also effect
Speech or sound production and sense of smell
Respiratory organs
Nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs
Alveoli
Endings of many branches that are extremely tiny and very thin walled
Composed of the nose, pharynx, and larynx
Upper respiratory tract
Consists of trachea, bronchial tree, and lungs
Lower respiratory tract.
Respiratory mucosa
Membrane that lines most of the air distribution tubes in the system
Produces mucus
Goblet cells
Nostrils
External nares
Separated the nasal cavities
Nasal septum
Spaces or cavities located inside the frontal, maxillary, sphenoidal, and ethmoid bones
Paranasal sinuses
Collect tears from the corner of each eyelid and drain into the nasal cavity
Lacrimal sacs
Uppermost part of the pharynx just behind the nasal cavities
Nasopharynx
Portion of the pharynx behind the mouth
Oropharynx
Lowest portion of the pharynx
Laryngopharynx
