Ventilation Flashcards
1
Q
Why does the symptom of breathlessness arise?
A
The respiratory muscles experience higher load than normal and they have to do more work to breath
2
Q
What occurs at the alveoli?
A
Gas exchange
3
Q
List the structures of the respiratory system in order (the airways).
A
Nose / mouth Tonsils Pharynx Trachea Bronchi Bronchioles Respiratory bronchiole
4
Q
What nerves supply the intercostal muscles ?
A
Intercostal nerves
5
Q
What nerves supply the diaphragm ?
A
Phrenic nerves
