Flashcard: Fundamentals of Respiratory Physiology — 10 carte

Respiratory system anatomy — key structures?

Nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, alveoli.

Nasal Cavity — function?

Filters, warms, moistens incoming air.

Pulmonary capacities — example?

Vital capacity, total lung capacity.

Pharynx — role?

Passageway for air and food.

Mechanism of respiration — process?

Ventilation, gas diffusion, and gas exchange.

Larynx — also known as?

Voice box; involved in phonation.

Trachea — lining?

Ciliated mucosa to trap debris.

Alveoli — function?

Gas exchange with blood.

Gas transport — occurs where?

In blood via hemoglobin.

Respiration — process?

Gas exchange between environment and tissues.