Respiratory and Pulmonary Function Flashcards
1
Q
primary breathing center
A
brainstem/medulla oblongata
2
Q
function of the intercostal muscles
A
EXPAND THORAX, draw ribs superiorly (inhalation), and draws ribs inferiorly (exhalation)
3
Q
obstructive
A
have shortness of breath due to difficulty exhaling all the air from the lungs.
4
Q
restrictive
A
People with restrictive lung disease cannot fully fill their lungs with air. Their lungs are restricted from fully expanding
5
Q
primary breathing muscle
A
DIAPHRAM
Phorenic nerve
6
Q
Obstructive
A
Asthma COPD phesyemia
7
Q
Restrictive
A
Hyperkyphosis rib fracture & Plural lining
