Chapter 23 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 14th edition by Gerard J Tortora

Chapter 23 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 14th edition by Gerard J Tortora

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

1) Which of the following is NOT part of the upper respiratory system?

1. a) Nose
2. b) Oral cavity
3. c) Pharynx
4. d) Trachea
5. e) Nasal meatuses

Answer: d

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 23.1 Describe the anatomical structure and function of the respiratory system components.

Study Objective 2: SO 23.1.1 Describe the anatomy and histology of the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

Section Reference 1: Sec 23.1 Respiratory System Anatomy

2) Which of the following is NOT a conducting zone action?

1. a) Clean air of debris
2. b) Conduct air into the lungs
3. c) Add water to air
4. d) Warm air
5. e) All of these are actions of the conducting zone.

Answer: e

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 23.1 Describe the anatomical structure and function of the respiratory system components.

Study Objective 2: SO 23.1.1 Describe the anatomy and histology of the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

Section Reference 1: Sec 23.1 Respiratory System Anatomy

3) Which of the following is NOT a factor that determines the rate of pulmonary and systemic gas exchange?

1. a) Partial pressure difference of gases
2. b) surface are availability for gas exchange
3. c) Diffusion distance
4. d) Molecular weight and solubility of the gases
5. e) All of these are factors that determine the rate of pulmonary and systemic gas exchange.

Answer: e

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 23.4 Understand the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide, including the involvement of Dalton’s and Henry’s Laws.

Section Reference 1: Sec 23.4 Exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide

4) Which of the following is a passageway for air, food and water?

1. a) Pharynx
2. b) Larynx
3. c) Paranasal sinuses
4. d) Trachea
5. e) Esophagus

Answer: a

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 23.1 Describe the anatomical structure and function of the respiratory system components.

Study Objective 2: SO 23.1.1 Describe the anatomy and histology of the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

Section Reference 1: Sec 23.1 Respiratory System Anatomy

5) Which structure prevents food or water from entering the trachea?

1. a) Arytenoid cartilage
2. b) Epiglottis
3. c) Nasopharynx
4. d) Thyroid cartilage
5. e) Paranasal sinus

Answer: b

Difficulty: Easy

Study Objective 1: SO 23.1 Describe the anatomical structure and function of the respiratory system components.

Study Objective 2: SO 23.1.2 Identify the functions of each respiratory system structure.

Section Reference 1: Sec 23.1 Respiratory System Anatomy