Respiratory System PreAssessment

What is the primary function of the alveoli in the lungs?

• To transport oxygen to the bloodstream

• To warm the air entering the lungs

• To facilitate the exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide)

• To produce mucus to trap pathogens

Which of the following structures is NOT part of the upper respiratory tract?

• Pharynx

• Larynx

• Bronchi

• Nasal cavity

What is the role of the diaphragm in respiration?

• It contracts to decrease thoracic volume during exhalation.

• It relaxes to increase thoracic volume during inhalation.

• It contracts to increase thoracic volume during inhalation.

• It assists in the production of vocal sounds.

Which respiratory disorder is characterized by the destruction of the alveoli, leading to a decrease in surface area for gas exchange?

• Asthma

• Chronic Bronchitis

• Emphysema

• Pneumonia

What is the primary muscle of respiration?

• External intercostal muscles

• Diaphragm

• Pectoralis major

• Sternocleidomastoid

Which part of the respiratory system is primarily responsible for voice production?

• Trachea

• Larynx

• Pharynx

• Bronchi

Which condition is characterized by an overreaction of the airways to various stimuli, leading to narrowing and inflammation?

• Asthma

• Tuberculosis

• Cystic Fibrosis

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

In which part of the respiratory system does gas exchange NOT occur?

• Alveoli

• Bronchioles

• Trachea

• Capillaries surrounding alveoli

What is the primary cause of cystic fibrosis?

• A bacterial infection

• A genetic mutation affecting chloride channels

• An autoimmune reaction

• Exposure to environmental pollutants

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Which of the following is a common respiratory disorder characterized by inflamed airways and difficulty breathing?

• Diabetes

• Asthma

• Arthritis

• Anemia