Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of surfactant?
A) To reduce friction between the pleural membranes during inspiration and expiration
B) To provide a medium in which gas can dissolve
C) To gather any dust particles that have entered the lungs in inspired air
D) To reduce surface tension to keep the alveolus from collapsing during respiration
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q2: What function do the vestibular folds of
Q3: You notice that a patient's sternocleidomastoid and
Q4: A plate of bone and cartilage called
Q5: The opening between the vocal cords is
Q6: If someone experiences a loss of intrapleural
Q8: Pressure in the pleural cavity is _
Q9: Match each structure of the respiratory system
Q10: The nasal cavity is separated from the
Q11: The right lung contains _ lobes, and
Q12: The amount of air inhaled and exhaled