Structures
The Respiratory system begins with what?
The Nostrils/Nares
Define Respiration ->
The act of inhalation and exhalation creating breath.
Respiratory disorders/conditions are often a result of...
Bactieral/Viral infections and or Trauma
Sneezing ->
Act of removing dust/other particles form the respiratory tract through physical force.
A condition in which the lungs have difficulty taking in enough oxygen is?
Asthma
The resemble tree branches that connect through tiny sacs of air called...
Alveoli
Define Inhalation ->
The act of inhaling or taking in air to the lungs with the nostrils and trachea opening.
URI stands for ->
Upper Rediratory infection
Noise that sounds like cellophane is?
Crackle
What is a Dogs respiratory's breath rate?
16-20br/min
What tube is placed in the trahea to contol anesthesia and keep the animal sedated during surgery?
Endotracheal Tube
Define Exhalation ->
The act of air flowing out of the lungs.
A condition of the respiratory system cause by severe trauma is called...
(Ex: Hit by a car)
Diaphragmatic Hernia
Glottis ->
opening into the larynx.
Anesthesia is the process of...
Placing an animal under a loss of consciousness to prefer surgery.
(Prevents pain sensation)
what allows for respiration to occur?
[Hint: The definiton: It lines the lungs]
Pleura
A lifelone condition that may be contolled by antihistamines and steroids...
[Hint: Common term for heaves]
COPD/ Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease.
Bronchioles ->
Tiny tubes that connect to the lungs and bronchi and resemble tree branches.
(What can cause it?)
Pollin, Dust, and Allergies
Along with a lining of mucous membranes & numerous blood vessels the nostrils also contain..
Thin bonelike scrolls/plates of cartilage
A Sheeps/Goats Respiratory rate ->
20-22 br/min
Tracheobronchitis is another way of saying what?
Kennel Cough (Bordetella)
Abnormal lung sound that develops with pneumonia and causes a crackling noise is called...
Pleural friction rub.
COPD can cause Horses to...
tire easily, have labored and difficulty breathing, and exhibit nasal discharge, coughing, and wheezing.