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What is the primary function of the pulmonary circuit in the human body?
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22. The Respiratory System
Introduction to Lung Physiology
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Introduction to Lung Physiology
- Multiple ChoiceWhat happens to the pressure inside the lungs when lung volume decreases?24views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich membrane is directly attached to the lungs?71views
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- Multiple ChoiceAir rushes into the lungs of humans during inhalation because:19views
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- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following muscles are primarily responsible for normal resting state (quiet) breathing?65views
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The exchange of gases between blood and the air in the lungs is known as:
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Most physiological measures are taken during eupnea, or quiet breathing. This means that:
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Ventilation occurs when:
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Which of the following are functions of the respiratory system? Circle all that apply.
a. Providing for speech
b. Regulating the autonomic nervous system
c. Maintaining the acid-base balance of the blood
d. Temperature homeostasis
e. Raising the pressure in the abdominopelvic cavity
f. Assisting in blood pressure regulation
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Air enters the lungs through the hollow passages known collectively as the _____, which terminate in grapelike clusters called _____. The lungs are encased in the ____ membranes.
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Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
The trachea contains O-shaped rings of hyaline cartilage.
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Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
Goblet cells secrete serous fluid into the respiratory tract.
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