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Patho Respiratory Sy

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primary function is to obtain O2 from the air and deliver it to the lungs for exchange with CO2 and to the blood for distribution   Respiratory System  
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coughing, sneezing, talking, and singing   Secondary functions of the respiratory system  
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small air sacs in the lungs thin walled sacs surrounded by blood capillaries the site for O2 and CO2 exchange   Alveoli  
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an oily lubricant that bathes the inner surfaces to reduce the surface tension in the lungs   Surfacant  
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a waste product of cellular metabolism   CO2  
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the main muscles of inspiration, or inhalation   diaphragm and the external intercostals  
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other muscles that assist exhalation   abdominal and internal intercostal  
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the lungs are encased by a double membrane consisting of two layers called   pleura  
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in between the pleura is the   pleural cavity  
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acts as a vacuum and prevents the lungs from collapsing   intrapleural pressure  
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the entire respiratory tract is lined with a mucous membrane called   epithelium  
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hair like projections   cilia  
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exert a sweeping action, preventing dust and foreign particles from reaching the lungs   cilia  
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protects the lungs by moistening and warming inhaled air starting in the nasal cavity   mucous membrane  
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dyspnea   labored breathing  
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tachypnea   rapid breathing  
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hemoptysis   coughing blood  
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cyanosis   blue color in skin and nails  
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oscillometry   a new test available to those as young as two years old  
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distinguish patients who have persistently narrowed airways versus a confirmed diagnosis of asthma   oscillometry  
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a key indicator of respiratory function   arterial blood gases  
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sputum examination is helpful in the evaluation of   pneumonia, TB, and malignancies  
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gram stains and cultures are useful in identifying   causative organisms, determining proper antibiotic treatment, and diagnosing TB and fungal lung infections  
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permits visualization of the lungs and diaphragm during respiration   bronchoscopy, chest x-rays, and fluoroscopy  
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air filled spaces that reduce the weight of the skill and contribute resonance to the voice   sinuses  
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sinus cavities are referred to as   paranasal sinuses  
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frontal, ethmoid, maxillary, and sphenoid   sinus cavities  
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sinusitis   inflammation of the mucous membrane linings which causes pressure, pain, and often a headache  
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ethmois sinus inflammation is more common in   children  
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etiology of sinusitis   viruses, bacteria, and allergens  
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results in painful headaches and facial swelling   chronic sinusitis  
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noncancerous growths in the nasal or sinus passageway   nasal polyps  
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the most common sleep disorder   obstructive sleep apnea  
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interruption or hesitation of the normal breathing cycle during sleep is called   apnea  
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the incidence is highest among middle aged overweight males   sleep apnea  
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caused by a sensitivity to airborn allergens   hay fever  
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triggers respiratory mucosa to secrete excessive mucus   allergens  
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the most prevalent chronic condition in patients under age 18   hay fever  
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infections of these tissues lead to difficulty swallowing and redness and pain in the throat area   tonsis, pharynx, and larynx  
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masses of lymphatic tissue embedded in the lateral mucous membranes of the midsection of the oropharynx   palatine tonsils  
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tonsillectomy   removal of the tonsils and pharyngeal tonsils (adenoids)  
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may contribute to short term pharyngitis   foreign objects, hot liquids, or spicy foods  
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characterized by a red, purulent soar throat   strep throat  
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characterized by hoarseness or aphonia   laryngitis  
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causes laryngitis in young children   croup  
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a viral infection of the upper respiratory system   influenza  
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symptoms include - chills, fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, chest pain, muscles aches, and gastrointestinal disorders   influenza  
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chief among flu complications   pneumonia  
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particularly serious in the elderly and chronically it, as well as young children   influenza  
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common cold, sinusitis, nasal polyps, snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, hay fever (rhinitis), tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and laryngitis   upper respiratory diseases  
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chronic bronchitis, chronic asthma, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, and pneumoconiosis   lower rrespiratory diseases  
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irritants such as industrial fumes, automobile exhaust, viruses, and bacteria can cause   bronchitis  
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bronchitis   inflammation of the bronchi that can be acute and chronic  
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more serious in small children, the chronically ill, and the elderly   acute bronchitis  
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characterized by chest pains, dyspnea, cough, fever, and sometimes chills   acute bronchitis  
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sputum may contain pus   acute bronchitis  
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indicated by coughing with sputum production lasting for at least 3 months for 2 consecutive years   chronic bronchitis  
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more common in middle aged men than women   chronic bronchitis  
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there is excessive secretion of mucus from the mucous glands of he bronchial mucosa lining   chronic bronchitis  
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mucous glands hypertrophy, and the mucosa itself is thickened and inflamed   chronic bronchitis  
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hypoxia   insufficient oxygenation of the tissues  
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may be a complication of another respiratory infection   chronic bronchitis  
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can result from long term exposure to air pollutants, cigarette smoking, or a complication of another infection   chronic bronchitis  
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the flue or a common cold exacerbate   chronic bronchitis  
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one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide   asthma  
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bronchial asthma   chronic inflammation of the bronchi and bronchioles  
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a disabling and debilitating disease caused by a restriction or obstruction   emphysema  
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lungs lose their elasticity, and the lungs become filled with air that is high in CO2   emphysema  
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symptoms - suffocating feeling, inability to breathe unimpeded, and intense pain   emphysema  
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atelectasis   a collapsed or airless condition of the lung  
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pneumothorax   a collectivon of air or gas in the pleural cavityspirometer  
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spirometer   an instrument that measures the movement and volume of air in and out of the lungs  
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a barrel chest   emphysema  
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a stethoscope placed on the chest detects abnormal respiratory sounds called   rales  
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right side of the heart is weak, the blood is less saturated with O2 and cyanosis   emphysema  
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an inherited disease that affects the exocrine glands   cystic fibrosis  
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the most serious manifestation of cystic fibrosis is in   respiratory system  
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symptoms - dyspnea, wheezing, persistent cough, and thick sputum   cystic fibrosis  
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a common complication of cystic fibrosis   bronchiectasis  
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brochiectasis   a sequela or residual effect of chronic inflammation and congestion  
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most death involve younger adults and occur as a result of respiratory failure   cystic fibrosis  
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lack of proper fat digestion results in a large, bulky, foul smelling stool   cystic fibrosis  
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a hereditary disease that manifests in young children   cystic fibrosis  
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transmitted through a recessive gene   cystic fibrosis  
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sweat glands excrete excessive perspiration and large amounts of salt   cystic fibrosis  
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confirms cystic fibrosis   sweat test  
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blockage of pancreatic duct prevents secretion of digestive enzymes and inability to digest and absorb nutrients   cystic fibrosis  
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recurrent respiratory infections, abnormal mucosal lining, inability to clear thick mucus   cystic fibrosis  
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electrolyte imbalance, abnormal salt excretion   cystic fibrosis  
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COPD   chronic obstructive pulmonary disease  
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a COPD caused by dust particles that infiltrate or embed into lung tissue   pneumoconiosis  
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symptoms - SOB, wheezing, and low physical endurance   pneumoconiosis  
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dust usually the result of industrial mining of coal and stone or milling of grains or environmental activity like asbestosis or volcanoes   pneumoconiosis  
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an acute inflammation of the lungs in which air spaces in the lungs become filled with an inflammatory exudate   pneumonia  
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typically runs in seasonal or cyclical patterns   pneumonia  
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symptoms - dyspnea, fever, chest pain, and a productive cough   pneumonia  
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listening to lung activity, a chest x-ray, and analysis of sputum can diagnose and determine its cause   pneumonia  
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inflammation of a section, often an entire lobe of the lung   lobar pneumonia  
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