Misc.
Removes excess fluid and protein molecules that leak out of the pulmonary capillaries
The Lymphatic System
A very important landmark during intubation
The Vallecula
What plays a major role in the formation and removal of pleural fluid
Parietal pleura
What does the stroma of the lungs allow
Elasticity
The lower airways consists of
Larynx, Trachea, Bronchi, and Lungs
Accessory muscles of Inspiration
Scalene, Sternocleidomastoid, Pectorals major, and Trapezius
Create turbulence in the air to trap small particulates in mucous
Nasal Conchae
What is the ridge at the base of the trachea that separates the openings of the right and left main bronchi
Tracheal Carina
The primary function of the Respiratory system
Gas exchange
Pores of Kohn
Exchange of gases between the lungs and bloodstream
External Respiration
Prevents aspiration of foods and liquids
Epiglottis
A portion of the lungs supplies by a specific segmental bronchus and its vessels
Bronchopulmonary Segment
The rib cage is formed by 12 pairs of ribs, ribs 1-7 are known as
True ribs
Purpose of the diaphragm
to allow air into the lungs
Exchange of gases between the bloodstream and the tissues
Internal Respiration
Ends distally at the bifurcation of the right and left mainstream bronchi
Trachea
The part of the brain that controls breathing
Medulla Oblongata
Ribs 11 & 12 are called
Floating ribs
Phagocytes that ingest & destroy foreign antigens
Macrophages
Normal AP diameter
1:2
Plays a major role in humidification and warming of inspired air
Turbinates
the force against which the ventricles must work to pump blood
Ventricular Afterload
Cardio system and Respiratory system cooperate to supply body cells with _____ and to eliminate ____.
O2, CO2
The tracheobronchial tree its composed of what 3 layers
Epithelial singing, Lamina proprietor, and Cartilaginous layer