Respiratory — Flashcards

As the alveolar pressure becomes positive relative to the atmosphere (mid-expiration), air flows _____

The sum of the tidal volume, inspiratory reserve volume, and expiratory reserve volume is known as the _____

The _____ zone of the lung is responsible for warming, humidifying, and filtering the air

What is the normal range of respiratory rates for a healthy adult (breaths/min)? _____

In an asthmatic response, mast cells release preformed _____ granules (early-phase reaction)

Clostridium botulinum toxin can result in a _____ compound muscle action potential following motor nerve stimulation

The volume of gas present in the lungs after a maximal inspiration is known as the _____

Rank the following variables for zone 1 of the lung: PA, Pa, and Pv _____

Restrictive lung diseases are characterized by a _____ residual volume and functional residual capacity

At FRC, airway and alveolar pressures are equal to _____