Carbon dioxide
- components:
respiratory zone - site of gas exchange
alveolar + capillary membrane = respiratory
membrane where gas exchange between
alveolar and capillary side
pleura - lines the thorax and surface of
diaphragm
pleura fluid - prevents friction and keep layers
adherent through surface tension
1) Pulmo Ventilation
Inspiration - air flows into the lungs
Expiration - air moves out the lungs
Factors:
- clear airways
- intact CNS and respiratory center
- intact thoracic cavity capable of expanding and
contracting
RESPIRATORY REGULATION
Lung compliance
2. Environment
altitude, PO2, RR, HR
3. Lifestyle
Carbon dioxide:
cells - lungs
65% carried in RBC as bicarbonate