Respiratory System — Flashcards

Cheyne-Stokes breathing is defined by respirations that oscillate between _____ and hyperpnea.

The lung diffusing capacity, DL, _____ in emphysema due to decreased surface area (A)

Shifts of the O2-Hb dissociation curve to the _____ cause increased unloading of O2 at tissues

The respiratory quotient, if someone is on an exclusive _____ diet, is 0.71.

The dorsal respiratory group receives sensory input from peripheral chemoreceptors via the _____ and vagus (CN X) nerves

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

Functional residual capacity may be measured using _____ or body plethysmograph

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

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)