Respiratory system Flashcards
1
Q
Vital functions of the respiratory system
A
provide O2 for respiration
remove CO2
acid/base balance (pH)
2
Q
Minor functions of the respiratory system
A
olfaction
speech
3
Q
nasal cavity
A
removes debri & pathogens (mostly caught in mucus)
4
Q
phrenic nerve
A
innervates diaphgram
5
Q
thoracic spinal nerves
A
innervate external intercostals
6
Q
vagus nerve
A
stretch receptors in alveoli signal lungs to stop inhale
