Respiratory System Anatomy

Respiratory System Anatomy

Ms. Compton

HCP II

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT. structure within the upper respiratory system?

• Nose

• Bronchioles

• Pharynx

• Epiglottis

Multiple Choice

What structures are found in the lower respiratory tract?

• nose & sinus cavities

• pharynx & larynx

• trachea & lungs

• epiglottis & eustachian tubes

Multiple Choice

What two gasses are exchanged within the alveoli?

• oxygen & nitrogen

• hydrogen & nitrogen

• carbon dioxide & hydrogen

• oxygen & carbon dioxide

Multiple Choice

You have three lungs.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The pair of lungs in this picture represent normal, healthy lung tissue.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Which of the following controls breathing in the body?

• central nervous system

• heart

• trachea

• sinoatrial node

Multiple Choice

If a person's breathing becomes impaired, what is an outward sign you may observe?

• coughing

• universal sign for choking

• cyanosis

• rash