Front

What is the function of the nasal conchae?

Back

The nasal conchae filter, heat, and moisten incoming air during inhalation, and increase the mucosal surface area exposed to air.

Front

What is minute ventilation?

Back

Minute ventilation is the total volume of air inhaled or exhaled from a person's lungs in one minute, calculated as tidal volume multiplied by the respiratory rate.

Front

What is the role of the epiglottis?

Back

The epiglottis covers the laryngeal inlet during swallowing to prevent food from entering the lower respiratory passages.

Front

What volumes make up the inspiratory capacity?

Back

Inspiratory capacity is the sum of tidal volume (TV) and inspiratory reserve volume (IRV).

Front

Where is the opening of the canal that equalizes pressure in the middle ear located?

Back

The opening is located in the nasopharynx.

Front

What is tidal volume (TV)?

Back

Tidal volume is the amount of air that is inhaled or exhaled during normal breathing.

Front

What is inspiratory reserve volume (IRV)?

Back

Inspiratory reserve volume is the additional amount of air that can be inhaled after a normal inhalation.

Front

What is expiratory reserve volume (ERV)?

Back

Expiratory reserve volume is the additional amount of air that can be forcibly exhaled after a normal exhalation.

Front

What is residual volume (RV)?

Back

Residual volume is the amount of air remaining in the lungs after a forced exhalation.

Front

What is the glottis?

Back

The glottis is the opening between the vocal cords in the larynx that allows air to pass through.