https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision_1/510/the-respiratory-systemWelcome to the Revision Guide for Student Nurses (Part I) by Vanessa Bird VN. This guide contains notes, self-test questionnaires and practical tasks to help you through your exams (Level 2 NVQ), and to use as a reference afterwards.April 2009. Importen-USTelligent Community 10https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision_1/510/the-respiratory-systemThu, 02 Apr 2009 15:14:11 GMT1a0763ec-3885-442c-853e-6cef656dfec5:dd39199c-90dd-4c10-918f-c984bc628106Arlo Guthriehttps://www.vetnurse.co.uk/nursing/w/vet-nurse-revision_1/510/the-respiratory-system#commentsCurrent Revision posted to Revision Guide For Student Nurses - Part 1 by Arlo Guthrie on 4/2/2009 3:14:11 PM<br /> <p><strong>QUESTIONS</strong></p> <ol class="wikiextraspace"> <li>Define respiration. </li> <li>What is the difference between internal and external respiration? </li> <li>By what other name may internal respiration be known? </li> <li>How much oxygen is present in inspired air? </li> <li>How much oxygen is present in expired air? </li> <li>How much carbon dioxide is present in inspired air? </li> <li>How much carbon dioxide is present in expired air? </li> <li>What is the name of the most prevalent gas present in air? </li> <li>List the components of the respiratory system. </li> <li>What is another name given to the nostrils? </li> <li>What is the name of the cartilaginous structure that divides the nasal chamber into two? </li> <li>Name the bones found within the nasal chamber and state their function. </li> <li>What is the name given to the area at the back of the mouth used by both the respiratory and digestive tracts? </li> <li>There are several openings into the pharynx; can you list them? </li> <li>What is the purpose of the paranasal sinuses found in the skulls of large herbivores? </li> <li>State the 2 functions of the larynx. </li> <li>What is the name of the structure that attaches the larynx to the skull and allows it to move back and forth like a swing? </li> <li>What is the name of the opening sited at the front of the larynx? </li> <li>The epiglottis is responsible for closing the glottis during swallowing. What is the epiglottis made of? </li> <li>Which of the following are the vocal cords: ligaments, tendons or muscles? </li> <li>What is the correct name for the windpipe? </li> <li>Describe the structure of the trachea. </li> <li>How many lung lobes does the dog possess? </li> <li>What is the name of the lobe present in the right lung lobe but not in the left? </li> <li>State the names of the lobes of the left lung. </li> <li>What is the function of the alveoli? </li> <li>In which of the body cavities are the lungs located? </li> <li>State the main muscles involved in inspiration. </li> <li>What is the name of the nerve that runs through the diaphragm? </li> <li>Expiration is generally passive and is caused by the relaxation of the external intercostals and diaphragm; which muscles are involved in cases of forced respiration? </li> <li>What are stretch receptors and where would you find them? </li> <li>What is the name of the reflex that controls the degree of inflation of the bronchial tree? </li> <li>What is Cheyne-Stokes reaction? </li> <li>State the normal respiratory rate range in cats and dogs. </li> <li>Why do miniature breeds of dog, puppies and kittens have a higher respiratory rate? </li> <li>State the pH of the blood. Why is this an important parameter in the subject of respiration? </li> <li>What is the function of the aortic and carotid bodies? </li> <li>What is meant by tidal volume? </li> <li>What is the name given to the extra air drawn into the lungs during a forced intake of breath? </li> <li>What is the inspiratory capacity? </li> <li>What is the name of the air left in the lungs following expiration? </li> <li>List 5 factors that may affect the vital capacity of the lungs (this is the total volume of the respiratory tract that can be used during respiration). </li> <li>What is the name given to the volume of air drawn in at each respiration that never reaches the alveoli? </li> <li>Give an example of increased functional dead space detrimental during general anaesthesia. </li> <li>Define the following: apnoea, dyspnoea, bradypnoea, tachypnoea and hyperpnoea. </li> <li>Define the following: hypoxia, asphyxia </li> <li>Give 4 examples of possible causes of dyspnoea. </li> <li>List the 4 most important considerations in the nursing of a dyspnoeic patient. </li> </ol><div style="clear:both;"></div>