Four Primary functions of Respiratory System
Exchage of gases between the atmosphere and blood
- Bring in o2 and take out co2
Protection from inhaled pathogens
Vocalization
How is air exchanged
Bulk flow
What is the prressure gradient
High pressure to low pressure
Ventilation
Movement of has intop the lung and movement of gas out of the lung
Exchange lung to blood
O2 diffuses to blood co2 diffused to lung so it can leave
Gas transport
Ultimate end destination to the left ventricle
Pathway of air
Mouth/nasal cavity
Pharynx
Larynnx
Trachea
Brochi
Bronchules
Alveoli