The Respiratory System - Part 1 Flashcards
What are the major functions of the respiratory system?
gas exchange, pH balance, blood and lymph flow
Describe the upper respiratory tract
nose through the larynx and located in the head and neck
Describe the lower respiratory tract
trachea through the lungs and located in the thorax
Describe the conducting zone
- passage for airflow
- no gas exchange
- nose through terminal bronchioles
- thick walls
Describe the respiratory zone
- gas exchange
2. respiratory bronchioles, alveolar ducts, alveoli
What is the function of the nasal cavities?
warms, cleanses, humidifies air
What is the purpose of the conchae folds
creates turbulence of inspired air which then makes contact with mucosa
What do serous glands contain?
lysozymes
What are the 4 paranasal sinuses?
frontal, ethmoid, sphenoid, and maxillary
What is the function of the paransal sinuses?
lighten skull, resonate voice, and aid in warming and humidifying inspired air
Name the three parts of the pharynx
nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx
What is the function of the nasopharynx?
passageway for air
What is the function of the oropharynx?
passageway for food and air
What is the function of the laryngopharynx?
passageway for food and air
Where are the vocal chords located?
larynx (voice box)
What three cartilages make up the larynx?
epiglottic, thyroid, and cricoid
What is the function of the epiglottis?
keeps food and drink out of airway and produces sounds
What is the function of the c shape rings of hyaline cartilage?
keep airway open and gap in c shape allows esophagus to expand when swallowing food
Define carina
angle at bottom of trachea where it forks into main bronchi
List the three layers of the trachea
mucosa, submucosa, and adventitia