Summary - Nursing

Diffusion - answerMovement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration Pharynx - answerA muscular tube, extends from the nose and mouth to the level of the esophagus and trachea Nasopharynx - answerLined with ciliated mucous membrane and keeps dust and small particles out of the respiratory tract Oropharynx - answerPosterior portion of the oral cavity, which is bordered superiorly by the hard and soft palates, laterally by the cheeks, and inferiorly by the tongue Aspiration - answerBreathing fluid, food, vomitus, or an object into the lungs Larynx - answerA complex structure formed by many independent cartilaginous structures that all work together; where the upper airway ends and the lower airway begins; also called the voice box