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Respiratory System
Term | Definition |
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What is one of the first illness indicators in the body? | Respiratory distress |
What is the function of the respiratory system? | To exchange gasses between the external air and the body? |
What is the primary organ in the respiratory system? | The Lungs |
What liquid is produced by the pleural membrane? | It is called the surfactant. |
What does the surfactant do? | It allows the lungs to stick to the ribs. |
What can cause the lungs to collapse? | Trauma, infection, or can occur spontaneously. |
What variable is needed to the amount of oxygen and carbon is needed in an individual? | It all depends on the individuals activity level. |
What can increase the need for energy produced by the body? | Exercise can increase by cellular respiration. |
How does the body recognize the need for more oxygen? | By brain signals that increase the rate of respiration. |
What is important for overall health? | Open airways. |