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NU 503 Lungs – Ultimate Nursing Study Guide (2025 Edition)

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NU 503 Lungs – Ultimate Nursing Study Guide (2025 Edition) Ace your exams with this concise, visually appealing, and expertly organized study guide covering all essential lung physiology, pathophysiology, and clinical concepts for nursing students! Why Choose This Document? Perfect for Quick Review – Bullet points, tables, and clear headings break down complex topics into digestible chunks. Exam-Ready Content – Covers key functions, gas exchange, breathing mechanics, lung diseases (COPD, asthma, CF), and diagnostic values—everything you need to know! Clinical Correlations – Links theory to real-world diagnostics (FEV1, FVC, tidal volume) and treatments (CPAP, bronchodilators). Memory Boosters – Bold terms, color-coded tables, and mnemonics help you retain info faster. Stuvia Bestseller Potential – Designed to stand out with student-friendly formatting and high-yield facts that professors love to test. What’s Inside? Lung Functions (Homeostasis, Gas Exchange, Immune Defense) Breathing Mechanics (Inspiration/Expiration Steps) Gas Exchange Process (O₂/CO₂ Diffusion, Bohr Effect) Pathology Deep Dives (Asthma, COPD, CF, Pleuritis) Diagnostic Values (FEV1, FVC, Tidal Volume, Residual Volume) Oxygen-Hemoglobin Curve Shifts (Right vs. Left Shift Explained) Bonus: Includes test-taking tips and highlighted high-yield facts to save time on exam day! Instant Download – Study Smarter, Not Harder! Ideal for: Nursing students (NU 503, Patho, Med-Surg) NCLEX® prep Last-minute exam cramming Limited Time – Grab Yours Now & Top Your Class!

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Key Lung Functions

1. Homeostasis Maintenance
2. Acid/Base Balance Regulation
3. Gas Exchange for Oxidative Metabolism
4. Immune Protection
5. ACE Enzyme Role in RAAS



Breathing Mechanics

Inspiration (4 Steps)

1. Diaphragm contracts.
2. Intercostal (IC) muscles contract.
3. Increased negative pressure pulls air in (vacuum effect).
4. Ribs move up and out to expand lung volume.

Purpose: Maximizes air intake and surface area for gas exchange.

Expiration (2 Steps)

1. Muscles/diaphragm relax.
2. Lung volume decreases.

Purpose: Expels CO₂ after gas exchange.




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