Respiratory Physiology and Disorders Quiz

Alveoli are small, air-filled sacs in the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange occurs.

Dyspnea is the medical term used to describe difficulty or discomfort in breathing.

Ventilation is the process of moving air into and out of the lungs, facilitating gas exchange.

Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchial tubes, causing symptoms like coughing and difficulty breathing.

The diaphragm is the primary muscle responsible for inspiration at rest, contracting to expand the thoracic cavity and draw in air.

The respiratory system is not responsible for the transport of nutrients; its primary functions include gas exchange and oxygenation of blood.

Asthma is a respiratory disorder involving airway inflammation, leading to symptoms like wheezing and breathlessness.

Tidal volume is the amount of air breathed in or out with each normal breath during quiet breathing.

Emphysema is a respiratory disorder involving permanent enlargement of airspaces and destruction of alveolar walls.

Respiration is the process of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and the tissues.

Expiratory reserve volume is the maximum amount of air that can be forcefully exhaled after a deep inhalation.

Pulmonary fibrosis involves progressive scarring of lung tissue, leading to stiffening of the lungs and impaired oxygenation.

Sleep apnea is a condition marked by brief interruptions in breathing during sleep, often causing awakening.