The _________prevents most inspired particles such as dust from reaching the lungs.     A. action of the epiglottis   B. ciliated mucous lining in the nose     C. porous structure of turbinate bones       D. abundant blood supply to nasal mucosa

Q: What is the advantage of breathing through the nose rather than the mouth? a. The nose warms,…

A: The breathing can be defined as the inhaling of oxygen and removal of carbon dioxide out of the…

Q: If the transpulmonary pressure equals zero,a. a pneumothorax has probably occurred.b. the lungs…

A: If 'transpulmonary pressure becomes (alveolar pressure = intrapleural pressure), such as when the…

Q: You have placed an advanced airway in a patient with a respiratory condition and his heart rate…

A: In general, we can see the increased heart rate in patients for whom advanced airway has been placed…

Q: Explain what caused the trend that you observed when you plotted duration of voluntary apnea as a…

A: Apnea is a condition of stopped breathing that is marked by no movement of the respiratory muscles…

Q: 30. The alveolar epiihe (a) nonciliated columnar (b) noncilated squamous lot ciliated columnar [d)…

A: Alveoli are the sac-like structures present in the lungs. They are involved in the diffusion of…

Q: 29 A. Intralobular connective tissue B. Alveoli C. Intralobular duct D. Interlobular duct 30 31 E.…

A: Correct match of the diagram is 29 -E        Interlobular  connective tissue 30- B        Alveoli…

Q: This structure blocks the opening to the respiratory system duringswallowing.a. esophagus c.…

A: The cells are the primary unit of life. Based on the number of cells an organism may be unicellular…

Q: The left main stem bronchus angles off from the carina at aboutA. 10–20 degrees from the carina.B.…

A: Carina is defined as the cartilage ridge that is present in the trachea which will separate the…

Q: Sinus Headaches are caused by: A. Drainage of the sinuses B. Inflammation of the sinuses C. Both…

A: Sinus headaches cause deep and constant pain in cheekbones, forehead, and bridge of the nose. The…

Q: The C-shaped cartilages in the tracheaa. serve as a point of attachment for some muscles…

A: Tracheal cartilages: The trachea also called the windpipe houses tracheal rings/tracheal cartilages…

Q: Laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx. Why does someone with laryngitis have a hard time…

A: Inflammation is the protective response of body which includes immune cells,blood vessels and…

Q: Which of the following are considered diseases of the Upper respiratory tract? (select all that…

A: Sinusitis and laryngitis are upper respiratory infection mainly caused by viral or bacterial…

Q: Which of the following statements about choking is true?a. It triggers the cough reflex.b. It occurs…

A: Choking is the obstruction or blockage of the upper respiratory tract by food or foreign objects…

Q: The primary function of the pleural membranes is ____ A. to decrease friction and allow the lungs…

A: It is a thin  moist,  slippery membrane having an outer and an inner layer. Between the two layers…

Q: The following is correct about the nose a, Bridge of the nose is formed from the nasal bones b,…

A: Introduction: Bones are composed of a framework of protein which is known as collagen. A mineral…

Q: How is inhaled air modifi ed before it reaches the lungs?a. It must be humidifi ed.b. It must be…

A: Respiration defines the movement of oxygen from the surroundings to the cells within tissues. The…

Q: SIO The smaller alveolus has a radius tilation in the smaller alveolus is

A: Alveoli are tiny air sac in the lungs. In humans about 480 million alveoli present. The function of…

Q: Match the words with their descriptions. ___ trachea a. muscle of respiration ___ pharynx b. gap…

A: The respiratory system is involved in providing all necessary oxygen to all the parts of the body by…

Q: What do you mean by simple alveolar glands?

A: A gland is an organ, which is composed of specialized group of cells that produce secretions and…

Q: Which of these is incorrect concerning inspiration?a. The rib cage moves up and out.b. The diaphragm…

A: Option c

Q: Which of the following is NOT a function of the pleurae and pleural fluid? A. decreasing friction…

A: Pleurae and pleural fluid are related to the lungs. The lungs extend up to T10( 10th thoracic…

Q: which of the following is a complication associated with the presnce of tracheostomy tube? a)…

A: Tracheostomy is the process of creating an opening in the trachea just below the larynx through a…

Q: Very young infants who suffer from sleep apnea may be more at risk for SIDS, or sudden infant death…

A: SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) is an unexplained death mostly during sleep of a healthy baby of…

Q: When a patient has chronic bronchitis, what do the lungs sound like on auscultation?

A: Auscultation can be defined as the process that is used to listen to the internal sounds of the…

Q: What do you mean by compound alveolar glands?

A: An organized arrangement of secretory cells is collectively known as glands. They synthesize and…

Q: The trachea bifurcates into ______________________________. a. secondary bronchi b. primary bronchi…

A: Trachea is a tube-like organ which connects the larynx to the lungs. It conducts the transports of…

Q: Figure shows nervous control during breathing. a)What happened to S during inspiration? b)Identify…

A: S represents the rib muscles do, during inspiration contraction of external intercostal muscles will…

Q: Sometimes when you talk and eat at the same time, you can start the "peeking reflex" that starts…

A: Digestion is a process of breaking down complex food substances into simpler forms to enable better…

Q: A taxi driver was carried into an emergency room after being knifed once in the left side of the…

A: A pneumothorax is a collapsed lung medical condition. A pneumothorax occurs when air leaks into the…

Q: Which lung would have the most large cells (with large nuclei) and the cells would fill up the…

A: Introduction The Lungs Are Two Spongy, Air-filled Organs On Either Side Of The Thorax, Or Chest. The…

Q: Asphyxia C

A: Asphyxiation also referred as asphyxia or suffocation is a condition when body doesn't get enough…

Q: In the alveoli Multiple Choice   a)no exchange with the blood occurs.   b) oxygen diffuses out of…

A: Alveoli - Each bronchiole gives rise to vascular bag-like structures known as alveoli.

Q: * 5. The piriform recess lies in A. nasopharynx O B. oropharynx C. laryngopharynx O D. isthmus of…

A: The piriform recess lies in the laryngopharynx. Hence the option (c) is correct answer..

Q: Select the correct statement about bronchi? O A. all answers are wrong O B. Bronchioles branch to…

A: Thr trachea branches differentiate into 2 primary bronchii then this give rise to secondary as well…

Q: Match the lung disease with its correct description + Pulmonary Edema A. Alveoli become thickened…

A: •Pulmonary Edema:- B.Fluid accumulates in the space between the alveoli and alveolar capillaries,…

Q: oropharyngeal airway

A: An oropharyngeal airway is also known as OPAs. It is used in pediatric patients who are unconscious.…

Q: When ventilation is not sufficient, which of thefollowing occurs?a. The capillary constricts.b. The…

A: Ventilation, also known as breathing is a process through which air moves inside and outside the…

Q: What do you mean by alveolar glands?

A: Glands with sac like appearance are known as alveolar gland.

Q: 2. Most inspired particles such as dust fail to reach the lungs because of the a. ciliated mucous…

A: Since you have asked multiple questions, we will solve the first question for you. If you want any…

Q: Hyaline cartilage is found in all of the following structures except the a. trachea. b. larynx. c.…

A: Cartilage is the solid, pliable, connective tissue that resists compression in the body. There are…

Q: When percussing the lungs, why does a decreased tympanic sound indicate? a. the pulmonary tissue…

A: Percussion is a technique of tapping on a surface to examine the underlying structures, and is…