Respiratory System Structure and Function: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following structures is responsible for filtering, warming, and moistening inhaled air before it enters the trachea?

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Nasal cavities

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Trachea

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Pharynx

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Larynx

Question 2

What is the primary function of the laryngeal cartilages?

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Support and protect the vocal cords, facilitating sound production

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Facilitate air flow

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Prevent aspiration of foreign objects

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Secrete mucus

Question 3

What is the primary site of gas exchange in the respiratory system?

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Alveoli

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Bronchioles

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Trachea

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Lungs

Question 4

Which type of respiration involves the exchange of gases between the lungs and the atmosphere?

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External respiration

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Internal respiration

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Cellular respiration

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Inspiratory respiration

Question 5

What initiates the process of inhalation?

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Contraction of the intercostal muscles

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Increased intrapleural pressure

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Relaxation of the diaphragm

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Expansion of the lungs

Question 6

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the rate of gas exchange in the lungs?

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Cardiac output

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Alveolar surface area

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Diffusion distance

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Respiratory rate

Question 7

What is the primary function of surfactant in the lungs?

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Reduces surface tension in the alveoli, preventing their collapse

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Facilitates gas exchange

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Prevents atelectasis

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Stimulates lung growth

Question 8

Which respiratory condition is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to shortness of breath?

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Asthma

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Emphysema

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Pneumonia

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Pulmonary fibrosis

Question 9

Which of the following statements accurately describes the difference in gas exchange between the lungs and the skin?

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The lungs have a larger surface area than the skin, allowing for more efficient gas exchange.

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The skin is more efficient at gas exchange than the lungs due to its larger surface area.

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Gas exchange in the lungs relies on a concentration gradient, while gas exchange in the skin does not.

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The lungs and skin have comparable surface areas and gas exchange efficiency.

Question 10

Which of the following factors **increases** the resistance to airflow in the airways?

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Secretions and narrowing of airways

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Increased diameter of small airways

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Smooth muscle relaxation in the bronchioles

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Normal lung surfactant

Question 11

Besides gas exchange, what crucial role does the respiratory system play in maintaining homeostasis?

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Regulates blood pH by eliminating carbon dioxide, a metabolic waste product.

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Absorbs electrolytes, like sodium and potassium, from the air.

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Converts oxygen into bicarbonate ions, which neutralize acids in the body.

Question 12

Which structure is responsible for warming, moistening, and filtering inhaled air?

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Nose

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Pharynx

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Larynx

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Trachea

Question 13

What type of epithelial tissue lines the trachea and bronchi?

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Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium

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Simple squamous epithelium

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Stratified squamous epithelium

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Cuboidal epithelium

Question 14

Which lung lobe is located at the base of the lungs?

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Inferior lobe

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Superior lobe

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Middle lobe

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Lateral lobe

Question 15

What is the main function of the diaphragm during breathing?

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To create a pressure gradient for airflow

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To pump air into the lungs

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To regulate airway resistance

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To trap airborne particles

Question 16

Which of the following respiratory volumes represents the amount of air exhaled after maximal inspiration?

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Expiratory reserve volume

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Tidal volume

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Inspiratory reserve volume

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Residual volume

Question 17

What neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for stimulating muscle contractions at the neuromuscular junction in the muscles of respiration?

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Acetylcholine

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Norepinephrine

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Epinephrine

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Dopamine

Question 18

Which condition is characterized by chronic inflammation of the airways, leading to airway narrowing?

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Asthma

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Pneumonia

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Emphysema

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Pulmonary edema

Question 19

How is oxygen primarily transported from the lungs to the tissues?

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Diffusion

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Active transport

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Facilitated diffusion

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Osmosis

Question 20

What is the main function of surfactant in the lungs?

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To reduce surface tension in the alveoli

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To protect the lungs from inhaled particles

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To enhance diffusion of oxygen across the alveolar membrane

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To regulate airway caliber

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of asthma?

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Chest pain

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Wheezing

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Shortness of breath

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Coughing

Question 22

Which of the following is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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Gas exchange

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Temperature regulation

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Fluid balance

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Nutrient absorption

Question 23

The innermost layer of the respiratory tract is lined with:

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Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium

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Simple squamous epithelium

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Stratified squamous epithelium

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Stratified cuboidal epithelium

Question 24

Which structure is responsible for warming and filtering inhaled air?

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Nasal cavity

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Pharynx

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Larynx

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Trachea

Question 25

The cartilage rings in the trachea:

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Are C-shaped rings

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Are complete rings

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Are absent

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Are present only in the proximal trachea

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory muscles?

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Regulating heart rate

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Inspiration

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Expiration

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Maintaining airway patency

Question 27

The exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) occurs in the:

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Alveoli

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Bronchi

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Bronchioles

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Pleural cavity

Question 28

Precisely which structure is responsible for transporting air from the nose to the larynx?

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Pharynx

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Trachea

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Bronchi

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Lungs

Question 29

During swallowing, which cartilaginous flap closes to prevent food from entering the larynx?

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Epiglottis

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Tracheal cartilage

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Vocal cords

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Arytenoid cartilage

Question 30

What is the primary physiological role of the respiratory system?

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Gas exchange

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Nutrient absorption

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Waste removal

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Hormone production

Question 31

At which location does the vital exchange of gases occur between the blood and the air?

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Alveoli

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Bronchioles

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Bronchi

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Trachea

Question 32

Which muscular organ is responsible for drawing air into and out of the lungs?

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Diaphragm

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Intercostal muscles

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Abdominal muscles

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Pectoral muscles

Question 33

Which vessel carries oxygenated blood away from the lungs?

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Pulmonary vein

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Pulmonary artery

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Aorta

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Vena cava

Question 34

What is the primary role of surfactant in the lungs?

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To reduce surface tension and prevent alveolar collapse

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To facilitate gas exchange

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To protect the lungs from infection

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To regulate airway resistance

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT considered a function of the respiratory system?

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Production of blood cells

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Acid-base balance

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Regulation of body temperature

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Detoxification of waste products

Question 36

Identify the correct descriptions of the epiglottis and glottis:

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Epiglottis: Cartilaginous flap that seals the glottis during swallowing

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Glottis: Narrowest point in the respiratory tract, formed by the vocal cords

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Epiglottis: Muscular structure involved in sound production

Question 37

Evaluate the ethical considerations associated with advancements in respiratory technology, such as artificial ventilation and lung transplantation.

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Ethical implications should guide the development and use of respiratory technologies.

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Ethical concerns should be disregarded in favor of technological advancements.

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Medical technologies should be implemented without considering their ethical impact.

Question 38

Which structure serves as the primary site for gas exchange in the lungs?

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Alveoli

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Pleura

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Trachea

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Bronchioles

Question 39

What is the function of the numerous cilia lining the respiratory tract?

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To propel mucus and trapped particles towards the pharynx.

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To secrete surfactant

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To control airflow

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To produce sound

Question 40

What is the key function of surfactant in the lungs?

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To reduce surface tension and prevent alveolar collapse.

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To promote mucus production

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To regulate body temperature

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To enhance oxygen diffusion

Question 41

Which of the following blood vessels carries oxygenated blood away from the lungs?

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Pulmonary veins

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Aorta

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Pulmonary arteries

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Superior vena cava

Question 42

What is the primary purpose of the epiglottis?

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To prevent food and liquid from entering the larynx during swallowing.

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To filter inhaled air

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To regulate airflow

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To produce vocal sounds

Question 43

Which structure within the respiratory system houses the vocal cords?

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Larynx

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Pharynx

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Bronchi

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Trachea

Question 44

What is the primary role of the intercostal muscles in respiration?

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To facilitate expansion and contraction of the thoracic cavity during breathing.

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To regulate airflow

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To protect the heart and lungs

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To produce surfactant

Question 45

Which respiratory disorder is characterized by chronic inflammation and narrowing of the airways?

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Asthma

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Emphysema

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Pneumonia

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Tuberculosis

Question 46

What is the primary function of the respiratory center in the brainstem?

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To control the rate and depth of breathing, maintaining homeostasis.

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To initiate the cough reflex

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To regulate body temperature

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To produce hormones

Question 47

Which of the following structures is the primary site of gas exchange in the respiratory system?

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Alveoli

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Pharynx

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Bronchi

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Trachea

Question 48

Which respiratory muscle is known for its dome-shaped appearance and separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities?

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Diaphragm

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Intercostals

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Abdominals

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Scalenes

Question 49

What is the function of the epiglottis?

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Prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing

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Moistens inhaled air

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Warms inhaled air

Question 50

Which type of respiration occurs when the partial pressure of carbon dioxide in the blood increases?

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Hyperventilation

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Apnea

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Eupnea

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Hypoventilation

Question 51

What is the name of the membrane that surrounds the lungs?

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Pleura

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Diaphragm

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Pericardium

Question 52

Which of the following is a function of the nasal cavity?

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All of the above

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Filtering inhaled air

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Resonating sounds for speech

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Warming and moistening inhaled air

Question 53

What is the name of the small cartilaginous rings that reinforce the trachea?

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Tracheal rings

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Laryngeal cartilages

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Bronchial rings

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Costal cartilages

Question 54

What is the primary function of the cilia in the respiratory tract?

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To move mucus and foreign particles away from the lungs

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To produce surfactant

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To regulate airflow

Question 55

Which of the following is NOT a common respiratory disorder?

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Heart failure

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Asthma

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)