Which of the following prevents the aspiration of foods and liquids?A. EpiglottisB. Cricoid cartilageC. Arytenoid cartilagesD. Thyroid cartilages

Q: The _________prevents most inspired particles such as dust from reaching the lungs.     A. action…

A: Lungs inhale oxygen through inspiration and exhale carbon dioxide through expiration. Air is…

Q: Immediately after the creation of an opening through the thorax intothe pleural cavitya. air flows…

A: Discussing about creation of an opening through the thorax into the pleural cavity.

Q: Most of the carbon dioxide in the blood is carried in the form of a. dissolved CO2 b.…

A: The respiratory system is the network of organs and tissues that helps an individual breathe. It…

Q: In the illustration of the alveolar wall, which of the following labeled cells produces a substance…

A: 5.  Alvoeli are basic respiratory units and are the tiny air sacs or air spaces , in which gaseous…

Q: Which of the following part of the parietal pleura covers the superior surface of the human…

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Q: The structures in the passageways of the lung which become paralyzed in the early stages of chronic…

A: Chronic bronchitis is when the bronchi are inflamed for a long time. Smokers are particularly prone…

Q: The lungs do not normally collapse because a. they are attached to the thoracic wall with parietal…

A: The respiratory system is the network of organs and tissues that help you relax. It incorporates…

Q: All are true of the alveoli except contain a lipoprotein to help in inflation they have thin walls…

A: Introduction  Lungs are the key organ which plays major role in respiration and gaseous exchange.…

Q: The majority of carbon dioxide in the blood is transported by ________. a. binding to hemoglobin b.…

A: BASIC INFORMATION  COMPONENTS OF BLOOD    It is the body fluid which helps in transportation of all…

Q: In emphysema, there is: 1) fewer "walls" (or septa) between alveoli 2) many, smaller alveoli (3)…

A: Emphysema It refers to a chronic lung disease. This disease develops after many years of smoking.…

Q: The C-shaped cartilages in the tracheaa. serve as a point of attachment for some muscles…

A: Tracheal cartilages: The trachea also called the windpipe houses tracheal rings/tracheal cartilages…

Q: The source of pulmonary surfactant is:- a. the visceral pleura. b. bronchial glands. c. alveolar…

A: Pulmonary surfactant is the blend of lipids and proteins, that are secreted via epithelial type II…

Q: A full complement of mature alveoli are present by________.a. early childhood, around 8 years of…

A: Introduction: Alveoli can be defined as a tiny sac-like structure filled with air, found is lungs.…

Q: Which of the following statements about choking is true?a. It triggers the cough reflex.b. It occurs…

A: Choking is the obstruction or blockage of the upper respiratory tract by food or foreign objects…

Q: he structure of alveoli is suited to their function.

A: The alveoli are custom-made to create gas exchange in lungs happen simply and with efficiency. Here…

Q: What is the function of the conchae in the nasal cavity?a. increase surface areab. exchange gasesc.…

A: The lateral walls of the nasal cavity consist of three projections called, the inferior, middle, and…

Q: The following is correct about the nose a, Bridge of the nose is formed from the nasal bones b,…

A: Introduction: Bones are composed of a framework of protein which is known as collagen. A mineral…

Q: How is inhaled air modifi ed before it reaches the lungs?a. It must be humidifi ed.b. It must be…

A: Respiration defines the movement of oxygen from the surroundings to the cells within tissues. The…

Q: This connects the larynx to the bronchi in the lungs.a. epiglottis c. tracheab. pleura d. esophagus

A: The lungs are a pair of air-filled, spongy organs on either side of the chest (thorax). Via its…

Q: Inspiration occurs when:

A: Respiration is the process of exchange of gases. Inspiration is the movement of air from the…

Q: A smoker sees his doctor because he had a persistent cough for months and is short of breath after…

A: Smokers coughing may show symptoms like phlegm development, crackling sounds in the chest, and…

Q: Which of the following is NOT a function of the pleurae and pleural fluid? A. decreasing friction…

A: Pleurae and pleural fluid are related to the lungs. The lungs extend up to T10( 10th thoracic…

Q: Which one of the following drugs should be administered only when resuscitative equipment such as…

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Q: Surfactant: a) causes a decrease in surface tension b) keeps alveoli dry c) causes an increase in…

A: Given: Surafctant is also called surface active antigen.Thise substances,which when added to the…

Q: In emphysema, there is: 1) fewer "walls" (or septa) between alveoli 2) many, smaller alveoli 3) 3)…

A: Emphysema is characterized by the destruction of alveoli through the breakdown of elastic fibres…

Q: which of the following is a complication associated with the presnce of tracheostomy tube? a)…

A: Tracheostomy is the process of creating an opening in the trachea just below the larynx through a…

Q: Very young infants who suffer from sleep apnea may be more at risk for SIDS, or sudden infant death…

A: SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) is an unexplained death mostly during sleep of a healthy baby of…

Q: A person was rushed into an emergency room after receiving a knife wound in the left side of his…

A: Lungs are the respiratory organ of our body it is a muscular organ that consists of alveoli for the…

Q: The major function of the alveoli is to Select one: O a. moisten the air O b. filter dust and…

A: Alveoli are tiny air sacs present in the lungs which appears as a bunch of grapes. These are also…

Q: Cartilage is found in which of the following structures of the tracheobronchial tree?1.…

A: The respiratory system is one of the vital biological systems, which is segregated into the upper…

Q: Asphyxia C

A: Asphyxiation also referred as asphyxia or suffocation is a condition when body doesn't get enough…

Q: Most carbon dioxide is transported in the blood a. dissolved within the plasma as carbon dioxide. b.…

A: Gaseous transport is an important step in respiration. Here respiratory gases like oxygen and carbon…

Q: Match the lung disease with its correct description + Pulmonary Edema A. Alveoli become thickened…

A: •Pulmonary Edema:- B.Fluid accumulates in the space between the alveoli and alveolar capillaries,…

Q: What is the largest piece of cartilage in the larynx? Multiple Choice Arytenoid Thyroid Corniculate…

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Q: State the function of the following structures: paranasal sinuses  trachea  larynx

A: In humans, the role of the respiratory system is to inhale oxygen gas and exhale carbon dioxide gas.…

Q: oropharyngeal airway

A: An oropharyngeal airway is also known as OPAs. It is used in pediatric patients who are unconscious.…

Q: The functions of C-shaped tracheal cartilages are to prevent collapse or over-expansion of the…

A: Cartilage is a type of connective tissue which is formed from chondrocytes .

Q: Hyaline cartilage is found in all of the following structures except the a. trachea. b. larynx. c.…

A: Cartilage is the solid, pliable, connective tissue that resists compression in the body. There are…

Q: Select the disease which makes lungs lose its elasticity due to the inflammation of alveoli. A. Lung…

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Q: A rapid and shallow ventilatory pattern is calledA. hyperpnea.B. apnea.C. alveolar…

A: Rapid, shallow breathing occurs when an individual takes more breaths than normal in a given minute.…

Q: Goals of oxygen therapy include all of the following except:  A. Increasing alveolar and blood…

A: Oxygen therapy is a therapeutic procedure that gives oxygen gas to breathe for those who have…

Q: A section of the lung that receives its own tertiarybronchus is called the ________.a.…

A: The respiratory system is known to contain several components but the most important organ is the…