Respiratory System Flashcards
organs of the upper respiratory system
nose, nasal cavity, sinuses (hard and soft palate), and pharynx
nasopharynx
superior portion of pharynx
oropharynx
middle portion of pharynx
laryngopharynx
infeiror portion of pharynx
organs of the lower respiratory system
larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli
functions of the respiratory system
gas exchange, move air to and from lungs
location of gas exchange
alveoli
pneumothorax
air enters pleural cavity
pulmonary embolism
a blocked branch of pulmonary artery that stops bloodflow to alveoli
COPD
group of diseases that cause airflow blockage
emphysema
an effect of aging on the lungs; depends on exposure to respirstory irritants
tidal volume
amount of air moved in or out of lungs in a breath
vital capacity
ERV+Vt+IRV
surfactant
oily secretion that coats alveolar surface amd reduces surface tension
pharyngitis
inflammation of the pharynx; aka sore throat
