BIOC33H3 Lecture Notes - Respiratory Center, Brainstem, Bronchus

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The primary purpose of the respiratory system is gas exchange, which involves the transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the atmosphere and the blood. The upper respiratory tract includes the nose, pharynx, adenoids, tonsils, epiglottis, larynx, and trachea. The lower respiratory tract consists of the bronchi, bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and alveoli. In adults, a normal tidal volume (vt), or volume of air exchanged with each breath, is about 500 ml. Ventilation involves inspiration (movement of air into the lungs) and expiration (movement of air out of the lungs). Abgs are measured to determine oxygenation status and acid-base balance. ) in arterial includes measurement of the pao2, paco2, acidity (ph), and bicarbonate (hco3 blood. Arterial oxygen saturation can be monitored continuously using a pulse oximetry probe on the finger, toe, ear, or bridge of the nose. The respiratory center in the brainstem medulla responds to chemical and mechanical signals from the body.

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