Respiratory System — Flashcards

The _____ center is located in the lower pons and stimulates inspiration

The V/Q ratio is _____ in zone 3 (base) of the lung

Pathologic dead space is when part of the respiratory zone is _____, but not perfused (perfused, ventilated)

Effects of Various Lesions and Brainstem Transections: Complete transection above pons with vagi _____ will lead to: Regular continued breathing

In _____ lung disease, the flow volume loops shifts to the *left

Peripheral chemoreceptors respond PRIMARILY to decreases in _____ and pH

Peripheral chemoreceptors are stimulated by decreased _____ and pH

If there is a(n) _____ obstruction, the V/Q ratio = $\infty$ (infinity) (physiological dead space)

Is respiration possible during the pseudoglandular period of lung development? _____

What are the causes of death in dry drowning? _____ and Laryngeal spasm