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The Respiratory System – One Word Questions with Answers (GNM 1st Year Nursing)

By NursingNotesGNM | Updated for GNM Final Exam 2026


📑 Table of Contents

  1. Introduction

  2. Structure & Functions – One Word Q&A

  3. Physiology of Respiration – One Word Q&A

  4. Normal Respiration & Deviations – One Word Q&A

  5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  6. 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

  1. Opening of nose — Nostrils

  2. Voice box — Larynx

  3. Windpipe — Trachea

  4. Main organs of respiration — Lungs

  5. Small air sacs of lungs — Alveoli

  6. Functional unit of lung — Alveolus

  7. Branches of trachea — Bronchi

  8. Smaller branches of bronchi — Bronchioles

  9. Lining membrane of lungs — Pleura

  10. Muscular partition between thorax and abdomen — Diaphragm


🅱 Physiology of Respiration – One Word Questions

  1. Breathing in — Inspiration

  2. Breathing out — Expiration

  3. Exchange of gases in lungs — Diffusion

  4. Oxygen transport pigment — Hemoglobin

  5. Cellular respiration occurs in — Mitochondria

  6. Process of using oxygen by cells — Oxidation

  7. Removal of carbon dioxide — Excretion

  8. Movement of air into lungs — Ventilation

  9. Oxygen combined with hemoglobin — Oxyhemoglobin

  10. Breathing center located in — Medulla


🅲 Normal Respiration & Deviations – One Word Questions

  1. Normal adult respiratory rate — 16–20/min

  2. Difficulty in breathing — Dyspnea

  3. Fast breathing — Tachypnea

  4. Slow breathing — Bradypnea

  5. Absence of breathing — Apnea

  6. Bluish discoloration due to lack of oxygen — Cyanosis

  7. Noisy breathing — Stridor

  8. Shallow breathing — Hypopnea

  9. Deep breathing — Hyperpnea

  10. 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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