NR 351 Week 5 exam with answers Johns Hopkins University

• Performs its functions through pulmonary ventilation, respiration and perfusion • Normal functioning depends on: • Integrity of the airway system to transport air to & from lungs • Oxygenate venous blood; remove carbon dioxide from blood • Properly functioning cardiovascular system to carry nutrients • Upper airway • Function: warm, filter, humidify inspired air • Nose, pharynx, larynx, epiglottis