Respiratory system Flashcards
1
Q
what it does
A
Manages the transfer of Oxygen from the air, and removes Carbon Dioxide from the body back to the air
2
Q
Parts
A
Nose
Pharynx
Larynx
Trachea
bronchi
lungs
3
Q
Changes from aging
A
Less breathing capacity
lungs become less elastic
transfer of Oxygen & Carbon dioxide in lungs are less effective
4
Q
diseases/conditions
A
Upper respiratory infections
pneumonia
COPD
asthma
