System function and structure
What is the function of the respiratory system?
Allows your body to take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide.
Why is a whooping cough called a whooping cough?
What does CPR stand for?
Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
What is the process of turning food into energy called?
Metabolism.
What is one way that exercise helps your lungs?
It helps to strengthen the muscles around your lungs that help you breathe.
Name 5 different parts of the respiratory system.
-Nasal cavity -Oral cavity -Lungs -Trachea
-Pharynx -Sinuses -Diaphragm -Alveoli -Bronchioles
What happens to the larynx in laryngitis?
The larynx becomes inflamed and swollen causing it to vibrate irregularly
What can you do with pillows and sheets to improve your respiratory health?
Wash pillow covers and sheets on a regular basis as well as replacing pillows every 6-12 months.
Which nutrient creates the least carbon dioxide when metabolizing?
Fats.
What are some examples of aerobatic exercise?
-Running/Jogging/Brisk Walking -Swimming
-Dancing -Jumping rope
What are your sinuses and what are their function?
Your sinuses are a hollow bone structure in your head that helps regulate the humidity and temperature of the air you breath.
What is an apnea?
An apnea is a pause in breathing most commonly seen in sleep apnea
What is secondhand smoke and what does it cause?
Secondhand smoke is smoke that is a byproduct of smoking. This can be from burning tabacco products or the smoke exhaled by smokers. It can cause lung cancer
Which nutrient creates the most carbon dioxide when metabolizing?
Carbohydrates.
How many times do you take a breath every minute before and during exercise?
Before: 15 breaths a minute
During: 40-60 breaths a minute
What are intercostal muscles and what are their function?
They are muscles located between the ribs that help expand and contract the lungs.
What bacteria causes whooping coughs?
Bordetella pertussis
What is carbon-monoxide and how is it different from carbon-dioxide?
Carbon-monoxide is a colourless, odourless and poisonous gas that causes respiratory illnesses, and even death.
Carbon-monoxide has only 1 atom of carbon while carbon-dioxide has 2. Carbon-monoxide is also flammable while carbon-dioxide isn't.
Name 6 foods that help increase lung function.
-Beets -Apples -Tumeric -Blueberries -Red cabbage
-Olive oil -Yogurt -Coffee
How do exercises such as weight lifting and Pilates benefit your lungs?
These exercises are helpful to build core strength improve posture and tone breathing muscles.
How many lobes are on each lung?
3 on the right
2 on the left
What is cystic fibrosis and how can you identify it?
Cystic fibrosis is a disease that causes the cells to absorb too much sodium and water. Cystic fibrosis can be identified by problems with the sweat and mucus glands.
What happens to cilia when you smoke and what illness can it lead to?
The cilia get damaged and mucus forms causing bronchitis
What are anthocyanins and how do they benefit the lungs?
Anthocyanins are powerful pigments that protect lung tissue from oxidative damage and slow lung function decline.
What is the cycle of inactivity/breathlessness?
When you avoid activities that make you breathless and over time your muscles get weaker and you feel more and more breathless.