Anatomy
Leaflike structure that closes the larynx during swallowing
What is the epiglottis?
Tiny hairlike structures in the nose
What are cilia?
Infectious disease of the lungs with a buildup of fluid, or exudate, in the alveoli
What is pneumonia?
Inflammation of the voice box and vocal cords
What is laryngitis?
This type of respiration involves the exchange of O2 and CO2 between the lungs and the bloodstream
What is external respiration?
Partition dividing the nose
What is the nasal septum?
Correct name for the throat
What is the pharynx?
Nosebleed; capillaries in the nose become congested and bleed
What is espistaxis?
When this condition is severe, a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask is used to keep the airway open.
What is sleep apnea?
Internal respiration
What is the exchange of O2 and CO2 between the tissue cells and bloodstream?
Two hollow spaces in the nose
What is the nasal cavity?
The voice box
What is the larynx?
Highly contagious viral infection of the upper respiratory system
What is influenza?
Inflammation of the nasal membrane that causes a runny note, watery eyes, and sneezing
What is rhinitis?
True or false: The lacrimal ducts for the sense of smell are in the nose
What is false
Tube from the larynx to the center of the chest
What is the trachea?
Smallest air tubes in the lungs
What are bronchioles?
Inflammation of the bronchi and bronchial tubes
What is bronchitis?
Inflammation of the pleura, or membranes, of the lungs
Increases the rate of respirations when there is a decrease in oxygen or an increase in carbon dioxide
What is the medulla oblongata of the brain?
Carries air from the trachea to the lungs
What are bronchi?
True or false: C-shaped cartilages of the trachea open on the back, or dorsal, surface
What is true?
Chronic inflammatory disorder usually caused by sensitivity to an allergen
What is asthma?
True or false: TB bacteria resistant to drug therapy has created concern that TB will become widespread again
True or false: Influenza is treated with antibiotics