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The Respiratory System – One Word Questions with Answers (GNM 1st Year Nursing)
📑 Table of Contents
Introduction
Structure & Functions – One Word Q&A
Physiology of Respiration – One Word Q&A
Normal Respiration & Deviations – One Word Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Conclusion
✨ Introduction
These Respiratory System one word questions with answers are specially prepared for GNM 1st year, ANM, and BSc Nursing students.
This post covers:
✔ Structure and functions of respiratory organs
✔ Physiology of respiration
✔ Normal respiration and deviations
Ideal for quick revision, viva, and final exams.
🅰 Structure & Functions of Respiratory Organs – One Word Questions
Opening of nose — Nostrils
Voice box — Larynx
Windpipe — Trachea
Main organs of respiration — Lungs
Small air sacs of lungs — Alveoli
Functional unit of lung — Alveolus
Branches of trachea — Bronchi
Smaller branches of bronchi — Bronchioles
Lining membrane of lungs — Pleura
Muscular partition between thorax and abdomen — Diaphragm
🅱 Physiology of Respiration – One Word Questions
Breathing in — Inspiration
Breathing out — Expiration
Exchange of gases in lungs — Diffusion
Oxygen transport pigment — Hemoglobin
Cellular respiration occurs in — Mitochondria
Process of using oxygen by cells — Oxidation
Removal of carbon dioxide — Excretion
Movement of air into lungs — Ventilation
Oxygen combined with hemoglobin — Oxyhemoglobin
Breathing center located in — Medulla
🅲 Normal Respiration & Deviations – One Word Questions
Normal adult respiratory rate — 16–20/min
Difficulty in breathing — Dyspnea
Fast breathing — Tachypnea
Slow breathing — Bradypnea
Absence of breathing — Apnea
Bluish discoloration due to lack of oxygen — Cyanosis
Noisy breathing — Stridor
Shallow breathing — Hypopnea
Deep breathing — Hyperpnea
Irregular breathing pattern — Cheyne-Stokes
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the respiratory system?
The respiratory system is responsible for breathing and gas exchange, supplying oxygen and removing carbon dioxide.
What are the main organs of the respiratory system?
Nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs, and alveoli.
What is the normal respiratory rate in adults?
16–20 breaths per minute.
What is inspiration?
Inspiration is the process of breathing air into the lungs.
What is expiration?
Expiration is the process of breathing air out of the lungs.
What are alveoli?
Alveoli are tiny air sacs where oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange occurs.
What is dyspnea?
Dyspnea means difficulty in breathing.
What is apnea?
Apnea refers to temporary stopping of breathing.
What is cyanosis?
Cyanosis is bluish discoloration of skin and lips due to lack of oxygen.
What controls breathing?
Breathing is mainly controlled by the medulla oblongata.
✨ Exam Tips for Nursing Students
✔ Revise one-word terms daily
✔ Memorize normal respiratory rate
✔ Practice breathing deviations for viva
✔ Write answers in medical terminology
🌟 Conclusion
These respiratory system one-word questions help nursing students revise quickly and improve confidence before exams. Practice regularly for better retention and performance.
📌 Educational Disclaimer
This content is created for educational purposes only to support nursing exam preparation.
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