#1
Which structure in the respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange?
#2
What is the term for the process of air moving into and out of the lungs during breathing?
#3
Which respiratory parameter is defined as the amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath?
#4
What is the primary role of the diaphragm in respiration?
#5
Which respiratory parameter represents the maximum amount of air that can be forcibly exhaled after a maximal inhalation?
#6
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
#7
Which respiratory disorder is characterized by the inflammation of the bronchial tubes?
#8
Which of the following is a common risk factor for respiratory disorders?
#9
In respiratory acidosis, what happens to the pH and carbon dioxide levels in the blood?
#10
What is the primary cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
#11
Which of the following is a symptom of respiratory distress in a patient?
#12
What is the primary function of surfactant in the lungs?
#13
Which respiratory parameter represents the total volume of air inspired and expired in one minute?
#14
Which part of the brain controls the basic respiratory rhythm and rate?
#15
What is the primary function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
#16
In pulmonary function testing, what does FEV1 represent?
#17