Chapter 17 – Respiratory System (The Human body)

To prepare the learner with basic knowledge and skills necessary or. The organs of the respiratory system and describe the function of each organ in relation to the major functions of the respiratory system.

Discuss the structures included in the upper respiratory tract, as well. As identify and describe the major disorders of the upper respiratory tract. Discuss the structures included in the lower respiratory tract, as well identify and describe the major disorders of the lower respiratory tract. Discuss respiration and pulmonary ventilation, including the mechanics of breathing patterns. Compare, contrast, and explain the mechanism responsible for the exchange of gases that occurs during external and internal respiration. Describe the transport of gases by blood.

Estimated Class Hours: 14