Respiratory system

This tutorial provides a comprehensive overview of the respiratory system, detailing the structures and functions of both the upper and lower respiratory tracts. It covers the main and accessory muscles involved in respiration, as well as accessory structures that optimize gas exchange and minimize risks. The tutorial also includes clinical notes on respiratory diseases such as asthma and COPD, and concludes with a summary of key points.

What are the accessory structures of the respiratory system and their functions?

What is the significance of the cribriform plate in the nasal cavity?

Describe the role of the epiglottis in the respiratory system.

Discuss the clinical implications of obstructive and restrictive respiratory diseases.