The Respiratory System Quiz

Which respiratory structure serves as a common passage way for air and food?

• Epiglottis

• Larynx

• Pharynx

• Trachea

The thin, moist, slippery membrane that covers the lungs is called the:

• alveoli

• pleura

• mediastinum

• sinus

The lungs are located in which body cavity?

• Abdominal

• Dorsal

• Pelvic

• Thoracic

Which structure extends from the larynx, in front of the esophagus, and forms the two bronchi?

• Epiglottis

• Larynx

• Pharynx

• Trachea

The fatty substance that lines the inner surface of the alveoli is called:

• pleural fluid

• ciliated mucus

• surfactant

• mucus

The patient complained of a runny nose, pressure over the eyes, and a headache. Which respiratory disorder is the patient experiencing?

• Asthma

• Bronchitis

• Pneumonia

• Sinusitis

Janie was diagnosed with influenza. In addition to respiratory symptoms, Janie may have:

• blood tinged sputum

• joint pain

• night sweats

• weight loss

The patient complains of night sweats, fever, weight loss, and blood tinged sputum. Which respiratory disorder is the patient experiencing?

• Acute bronchitis

• Common cold

• Emphysema

• Tuberculosis

After running a mile, Sherri has a respiratory rate of 25 breaths per minute. What type of breathing is observed?

• Apnea

• Eupnea

• Orthopnea

• Tachypnea

Which family member is more likely to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

• Aunt Jane who works at a day care

• Cousin Jessica who is being treated for sinusitis

• Grandma who had influenza last year

• Uncle John who smokes a pack of cigarettes a day