Save
PY1103
Introduction to cardiorespiratory physiotherapy practice
Save
Share
Learn
Content
Leaderboard
Share
Learn
Created by
jessica payne
Visit profile
Cards (129)
What is the upper respiratory tract composed of?
Extra-thoracic
components of the
respiratory system
View source
What are the functions of the nose?
Warms,
humidifies
, and filters air
View source
How do nasal conchae affect airflow?
They increase
turbulence
and slow
airflow
View source
What triggers the sneeze reflex?
Inhaling particles that trigger
sensory nerves
View source
What is the pharynx commonly referred to as?
The
throat
View source
What are the three parts of the pharynx?
Nasopharynx
,
oropharynx
,
laryngopharynx
View source
What is the function of the epiglottis?
Protects the
larynx
from food during swallowing
View source
What does the larynx contain?
Vocal cords
View source
Why are vocal cords essential?
They are essential for an
effective
cough
View source
What is the trachea commonly known as?
The
windpipe
View source
Where does the trachea descend from?
From the
larynx
into the
thorax
View source
What supports the walls of the trachea?
C-shaped rings of
cartilage
View source
Why is there no cartilage posteriorly in the trachea?
To allow the
esophagus
to expand during swallowing
View source
Where does the trachea bifurcate?
At the
carina
View source
What are the two main bronchi called?
Right and left main bronchi
View source
At what angle does the right main bronchus branch off?
20-30
degrees
View source
How does the left main bronchus differ from the right?
It branches off at
45-55
degrees
View source
How many secondary bronchi are there on the right and left sides?
Right
=
3
,
Left
=
2
View source
What do tertiary bronchi supply?
Each
segment
of the lung
View source
How many tertiary bronchi are there on the right and left sides?
Right
=
10
,
Left
=
9
View source
What do the walls of secondary and tertiary bronchi contain?
Crescent-shaped
cartilage plates
View source
What do bronchioles lack?
Cartilage
View source
What are terminal bronchioles?
They divide into
respiratory bronchioles
View source
How many terminal bronchioles are there?
60,000
View source
What are respiratory bronchioles?
Hybrid part bronchiole and part alveoli
View source
What is the structure where gaseous exchange occurs?
Alveoli
View source
How are alveoli ventilated?
By channels bypassing normal
airways
View source
What is collateral ventilation?
Ventilation through
bypass channels
View source
What are the channels involved in collateral ventilation?
Channels of
Martin
,
Canals of Lambert
,
Pores of Kohn
View source
How many pores does an adult alveolus have?
5-20
pores
View source
Are pores present in infants under 1 year?
No
, they are
not
present
View source
What is the mucociliary transport system?
A defense mechanism of the
respiratory system
View source
What lines the nasopharynx, pharynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles?
Ciliated epithelium
View source
What do goblet cells secrete?
Mucus
View source
What is the function of cilia in the mucociliary transport system?
To sweep mucus towards the
laryngopharynx
View source
How fast can cilia propel mucus?
At a rate of 2
cm/min
View source
What is the viscous layer made of?
Mucus secreted from
goblet cells
View source
How much mucus do goblet cells produce daily?
10-100
ml
View source
What do foreign particles become trapped in?
Mucus
produced by
goblet cells
View source
How are the lungs divided?
Into
lobes
View source
See all 129 cards
See similar decks
3.3.8 Comparative Theories in Practice
OCR A-Level Politics > 3. Comparative Politics > 3.3 Comparative Approaches
57 cards
11.2 Practice Papers
Edexcel GCSE French > 11. Exam Preparation
85 cards
7.2.3 Practice Papers
Edexcel GCSE Economics > 7. Assessment Preparation > 7.2 Revision Strategies
39 cards
7.2.3 Practice Papers
Edexcel GCSE Economics > 7. Assessment Preparation > 7.2 Revision Strategies
43 cards
1.3.2 Practices
WJEC GCSE Religious Studies > Unit 1: Religious and Non-Religious Beliefs, Teachings, and Practices > 1.3 World Religions (Choose one: Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism)
35 cards
3.3.4.1: Introduction
AQA A-Level English Literature > Unit 3.3: Independent Critical Study: Texts Across Time > 3.3.4: Structuring the Essay
44 cards
7.2 Dictation Practice
Edexcel GCSE French > 7. Listening Skills
75 cards
1.4.4 Motivation in Theory and Practice
Edexcel A-Level Business > Theme 1: Marketing and People > 1.4 Managing People
82 cards
1.1 The Practice of Political Scientists
AP Comparative Government and Politics > Unit 1: Political Systems, Regimes, and Governments
19 cards
7.1 Introduction to Equilibrium
AP Chemistry > Unit 7: Equilibrium
24 cards
2.2.3 Performance Practice
AQA A-Level Music > 2. Performance > 2.2 Ensemble Performance
46 cards
8.3. Practice and revision
Edexcel GCSE English Literature > General Skills Development > 8. Examination Strategies
39 cards
2.4.1 Introduction to Mental Health
AQA GCSE Psychology > Unit 2: Social Context and Behaviour > 2.4 Psychological Problems
36 cards
5.5 Introduction to Reaction Mechanisms
AP Chemistry > Unit 5: Kinetics
27 cards
1.2 The structure and functions of the cardiorespiratory system
AQA GCSE Physical Education > 1. Applied anatomy and physiology
339 cards
1.2 The structure and functions of the cardiorespiratory system
GCSE Physical Education > 1. Applied anatomy and physiology
386 cards
Practical Skills
Edexcel GCSE Physics
295 cards
6.3 Practice with Past Papers
AQA GCSE English Literature > Assessment Preparation > 6. Exam Techniques
29 cards
6.3 Practice with Past Papers
GCSE English Literature > Assessment Preparation > 6. Exam Techniques
91 cards
4.10 Introduction to the Binomial Distribution
AP Statistics > Unit 4: Probability, Random Variables, and Probability Distributions
58 cards
2.1 Introduction to the Spanish Renaissance
AP Spanish Literature and Culture > Unit 2: El siglo XVI
42 cards