Respiratory System — Flashcards

The gradient between PAo2 - PaO2 is known as the _____ and is normally 10 - 15 mmHg

The smooth muscle of the conducting airways of the lung _____ in response to sympathetic activation of beta-2 adrenergic receptors

The total gas concentration in solution is the sum of the _____ gas plus bound gas plus chemically modified gas

If CO2 production is constant, then the arterial and alveolar _____ is determined by alveolar ventilation

Effects of Various Lesions and Brainstem Transections:Complete transection midway between pons and medulla with vagi _____ will lead to: irregular but rhythmic respiration

If there is a(n) _____ obstruction, the V/Q ratio = 0 (shunt)

In zone _____ of the lung, alveolar ventilation (V) is highest

The V/Q ratio is _____ in zone 1 (apex) of the lung

The _____ pressure across the lungs is calculated as alveolar pressure minus intrapleural pressure

SP-_____ & SP-C - are the key protein members of the monomolecular film of surfactant.