Nurs 226 Chapter 19 Part 1 Exam Questions
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Updated 2026
What are the pleurae? Double-layered membranes surrounding
the lungs.
What is the function of pleural Allows smooth lung movement and
fluid? reduces
friction during breathing.
What is the costodiaphragmatic The lowest part of the pleural cavity where
recess? fluid
collects first in pleural effusion.
What is the pathway of the Trachea → Bronchi → Bronchioles →
tracheobronchial tree? Alveoli.
What occurs in the alveoli? Gas exchange; oxygen enters the
bloodstream and
carbon dioxide is removed.
What are the main functions of the Supply oxygen for cellular energy, remove
respiratory system? carbon
dioxide waste, and maintain acid-base
balance.
and Answers with Verified Solutions | Latest
Updated 2026
What are the pleurae? Double-layered membranes surrounding
the lungs.
What is the function of pleural Allows smooth lung movement and
fluid? reduces
friction during breathing.
What is the costodiaphragmatic The lowest part of the pleural cavity where
recess? fluid
collects first in pleural effusion.
What is the pathway of the Trachea → Bronchi → Bronchioles →
tracheobronchial tree? Alveoli.
What occurs in the alveoli? Gas exchange; oxygen enters the
bloodstream and
carbon dioxide is removed.
What are the main functions of the Supply oxygen for cellular energy, remove
respiratory system? carbon
dioxide waste, and maintain acid-base
balance.
