Respiratory System Knowledge Assessment

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What is Minute Volume?

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Minute Volume is the total amount of air that is inhaled or exhaled from a person's lungs in one minute. It is calculated as Tidal Volume multiplied by the Respiration Rate.

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How do you calculate Minute Volume?

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Minute Volume = Tidal Volume x Respiration Rate. For example, if Tidal Volume is 380 ml and Respiration Rate is 17, then Minute Volume = 380 ml x 17 = 6,460 ml.

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What is Apneic Oxygenation?

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Apneic Oxygenation is a technique used to deliver oxygen to a patient who is not breathing, particularly during intubation, to maintain oxygen levels until ventilation is established.

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What is the Carina?

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The Carina is the anatomical point where the trachea bifurcates into the left and right main bronchi.

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What should you do if a patient gags while inserting an oropharyngeal airway?

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You should remove the airway and be prepared to suction the oropharynx to clear any obstructions.

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What are Cheyne-Stokes respirations?

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Cheyne-Stokes respirations are characterized by a pattern of irregular breathing with periods of increasing rate and depth followed by periods of apnea.

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What is Tidal Volume?

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Tidal Volume is the amount of air that is inhaled or exhaled during normal breathing, typically around 500 ml in a healthy adult.

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What is the significance of the Epiglottis?

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The Epiglottis is a flap of tissue that covers the trachea during swallowing to prevent food and liquids from entering the airway.

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What is the role of the Larynx in the respiratory system?

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The Larynx, or voice box, is responsible for sound production and also protects the trachea against food aspiration.

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What is the function of the Pharynx?

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The Pharynx serves as a pathway for both air and food, connecting the nasal cavity and mouth to the larynx and esophagus.