The respiratory system

Question 1

What is the respiratory system

Answer 1

*Central to our breathing
* The respiratory system is the supply of oxygen to the body, it also assists to remove carbon dioxide from the body along with other wastes

Question 2

What are the 6 types of respiratory volumes ?

Answer 2

Respiratory rates, Tidal Volume, Minute Ventilation, Residual Volume, Vital Capacity, Total Lung Capacity

Question 3

Explain the term Respiratory rate

Answer 3

The number of breaths within a set time frame

Question 4

Explain the term Tidal volume

Answer 4

The amount of air which enters the lungs at normal inhalation. (average is 500ml)

Question 5

Explain the term minute ventilation

Answer 5

Minute ventilation is the amount of oxygen in the lungs per minute. This is calculated by multiplying the respiratory rate * tidal volume

Question 6

Explain the term Residual Volume

Answer 6

The amount of air in the lungs after maximum exhalation

Question 7

Explain the term Vital Capacity

Answer 7

The most air you can exhale after taking the most deepest breath you can.

Question 8

Explain the term Total Lung Capacity