Respiratory System Quiz

What are the primary functions of the pulmonary system?

• Gas exchange and oxygenation

• Digestion and absorption

• Sensory perception and movement

• Circulation and filtration

Which part of the pulmonary anatomy does most of the work of breathing?

• Diaphragm

• Heart

• Kidneys

• Liver

What is the movement of air in and out of the lungs termed?

• Ventilation

• Osmosis

• Diffusion

• Perfusion

Which factor will increase diffusion of gases across the alveolar capillary membrane?

• Thickening of membrane

• Decreased concentration gradient

• Reduced blood flow

• Increased surface area

A client has a respiratory rate of 4 breaths per minute. What are this nurse’s priority assessments?

• Airway patency and oxygenation

• Temperature and hydration

• Mobility and pain level

• Vision and hearing

What is the basic process by which oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged in the lungs?

• Diffusion

• Active transport

• Filtration

• Osmosis