Question 1

Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-Windpipe; extends from the larynx in the neck to the primary bronchi in the thorax

Accepted Answer

A)  Larynx
B)  Pleura
C)  Turbinates
D)  Respiratory membrane
E)  AlveolusF) TracheaG) PharynxH) Bronchial treeI) Respiratory mucosaJ) Paranasal sinusK) BronchioleL) NaresM) I) and K)
N) B) and J)

Question 2

Which of the following is not part of the respiratory membrane?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ciliated respiratory mucosa
B)  Alveolar epithelium
C)  Capillary epithelium
D)  All of the above are part of the respiratory membrane.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

The nares are the flaring cartilaginous expansions forming and supporting the outer side of each nostril opening.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The upper respiratory tract includes all of the following structures except the:

Accepted Answer

A)  larynx.
B)  trachea.
C)  oropharynx.
D)  nasopharynx.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Air inhaled through the mouth would be _____ than air inhaled through the nose.

Accepted Answer

A)  warmer
B)  dirtier
C)  moister
D)  All of the above are correct.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

The olfactory epithelium contains many nerve cells and a rich lymphatic supply.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Both the origin and insertion of intrinsic muscles of the larynx are attached to the larynx itself.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The lower border of the cavity of the larynx is formed by the:

Accepted Answer

A)  epiglottis.
B)  cricoid cartilage.
C)  glottis.
D)  thyroid cartilage.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 9

When air leaves the posterior nares, it next enters the trachea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is true of the cribriform plate?

Accepted Answer

A)  It separates the nasal and cranial cavities.
B)  It forms the lateral aspects of the nose.
C)  It separates the internal nose from the mouth.
D)  It forms a midline separation in the nasal cavity.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Which of these is not an opening in the pharynx?

Accepted Answer

A)  Trachea
B)  Eustachian tube
C)  The fauces
D)  EsophagusE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

The rib cage and the diaphragm are considered part of the accessory structures of the respiratory system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The eustachian tube connects the middle ear with the:

Accepted Answer

A)  trachea.
B)  nose.
C)  nasopharynx.
D)  oropharynx.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Which of the following is a paired cartilage in the larynx?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thyroid
B)  Cuneiform
C)  Epiglottis
D)  None of the aboveE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

When the intrinsic muscles of the larynx contract, the larynx moves up in the throat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Olfactory epithelium is found:

Accepted Answer

A)  lining the nasopharynx.
B)  covering the superior turbinate.
C)  lining the paranasal sinuses.
D)  in all of the above.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-Small branch of a bronchus

Accepted Answer

A)  Larynx
B)  Pleura
C)  Turbinates
D)  Respiratory membrane
E)  AlveolusF) TracheaG) PharynxH) Bronchial treeI) Respiratory mucosaJ) Paranasal sinusK) BronchioleL) NaresM) A) and L)
N) D) and F)

Question 18

Most of the structures in the bronchial tree are involved in air distribution rather than gas exchange.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The oropharynx moves up and down during swallowing to prevent food or liquids from entering the trachea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Assists with homeostasis of body pH
B)  Distributes oxygen to cells
C)  Filters air
D)  Warms airE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Exam 35: Respiratory Tract

The upper respiratory tract includes all of the following structures except the:

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Which of the following is true of the cribriform plate?

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Both the origin and insertion of intrinsic muscles of the larynx are attached to the larynx itself.

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The oropharynx moves up and down during swallowing to prevent food or liquids from entering the trachea.

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Which of the following is a paired cartilage in the larynx?

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When the intrinsic muscles of the larynx contract, the larynx moves up in the throat.

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Olfactory epithelium is found:

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The eustachian tube connects the middle ear with the:

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Most of the structures in the bronchial tree are involved in air distribution rather than gas exchange.

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The nares are the flaring cartilaginous expansions forming and supporting the outer side of each nostril opening.

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Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?

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The rib cage and the diaphragm are considered part of the accessory structures of the respiratory system.

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Which of these is not an opening in the pharynx?

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Match each term with its corresponding definition. -Windpipe; extends from the larynx in the neck to the primary bronchi in the thorax

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The lower border of the cavity of the larynx is formed by the:

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Which of the following is not part of the respiratory membrane?

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When air leaves the posterior nares, it next enters the trachea.

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Match each term with its corresponding definition. -Small branch of a bronchus

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Air inhaled through the mouth would be _____ than air inhaled through the nose.

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The olfactory epithelium contains many nerve cells and a rich lymphatic supply.

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