What is the normal respiratory rate for an adult?
8-16
14-22
10-18
12-20 - ANSWER 12-20
What ring shaped structure forms the lower portion of the larynx?
Epiglottis
Diaphragm
Carina
Cricoid Cartilage - ANSWER Cricoid Cartilage
What is directly posterior to the nose?
Oropharynx
Larynx
Trachea
Nasopharynx - ANSWER Nasopharynx : think covid test
What is the name of the hollow, semi-flexible tube that carries inhaled air from the larynx to
the lungs?
Larynx
Alveoli
1
, Trachea
Bronchi - ANSWER Trachea :The trachea is a tube like structure that allows air passage
from the upper airway into the lungs.
What is the most common location for an airway obstruction?
Pharynx
Trachea
Larynx
Epiglottis
*guessed* - ANSWER Pharynx : The passageway is shared by air and food, so it is a
common site for a partial or complete obstruction, which could be food or flaccid tongue.
What part of the respiratory system contains the vocal cords?
Larynx
Trachea
Oropharynx
Nasopharynx - ANSWER Larynx : This structure is directly above the trachea. The vocal
cords are located here. It is known as the the "voice box"
What is the name of the muscular structure that divides the chest cavity from the abdominal
cavity?
Alveolus
Smooth Muscle
Carina
Diaphragm - ANSWER Diaphragm : is a large muscle used for breathing. On inhalation
it contracts downward, allowing air to be drawn into the mouth or nose and proceed down
into the lungs. Upon exhalation the diaphragm relax, allowing air to passively leave the
airway.
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8-16
14-22
10-18
12-20 - ANSWER 12-20
What ring shaped structure forms the lower portion of the larynx?
Epiglottis
Diaphragm
Carina
Cricoid Cartilage - ANSWER Cricoid Cartilage
What is directly posterior to the nose?
Oropharynx
Larynx
Trachea
Nasopharynx - ANSWER Nasopharynx : think covid test
What is the name of the hollow, semi-flexible tube that carries inhaled air from the larynx to
the lungs?
Larynx
Alveoli
1
, Trachea
Bronchi - ANSWER Trachea :The trachea is a tube like structure that allows air passage
from the upper airway into the lungs.
What is the most common location for an airway obstruction?
Pharynx
Trachea
Larynx
Epiglottis
*guessed* - ANSWER Pharynx : The passageway is shared by air and food, so it is a
common site for a partial or complete obstruction, which could be food or flaccid tongue.
What part of the respiratory system contains the vocal cords?
Larynx
Trachea
Oropharynx
Nasopharynx - ANSWER Larynx : This structure is directly above the trachea. The vocal
cords are located here. It is known as the the "voice box"
What is the name of the muscular structure that divides the chest cavity from the abdominal
cavity?
Alveolus
Smooth Muscle
Carina
Diaphragm - ANSWER Diaphragm : is a large muscle used for breathing. On inhalation
it contracts downward, allowing air to be drawn into the mouth or nose and proceed down
into the lungs. Upon exhalation the diaphragm relax, allowing air to passively leave the
airway.
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