Question 1

whats respiratory system what does it do?

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Give you O2: Without oxygen you are dead in 40 secunds.

Question 2

what does the respiratory system do for you?

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Exchange gases: The lungs are the major organs of your respiratory system. When you breath in, you take oxygen in through your lungs and when you breath out, you expel carbon dioxide.

Question 3

please, can you describe the primary parts of the respiratory system?

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The lungs: The respiratory system starts at the nose; tthis is the airwa or series of tubes that deliver the oxygen to the lungs
in the lungs at the alveoli gasas are exchange basically oxygen for carbon dioxiderespiatory system.

Question 4

are heaters dangerous on our respiratory system?

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Falling on chest?: Seriously, propane or other combustion in an enclosed space can cause carbon monoxide buildup and death. Electric is thought to dry the air ; annoy nasal passages/upper airways. Practically speaking, all are ok as long as used properly, may consider moisturizing air if dry ; be sure ventilated if small / tight space.

Question 5

how does alcohol affects the respiratory system and why?

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Through the brain: Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, which can affect the centers in the brain that regulate respiration. Consequently, breathing may slow and not keep up with demand, especially when asleep.  Also, alcohol lowers your defenses against aspiration, contributing to pneumonia. Lastly, alcohol can make sleep apnea worse making it further difficult to breathe.

Question 6

what's a good way to take maintain your respiratory system?

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Crud in chest: You mean phlegm in your chest.You need to stop smoking if you smoke
if you have nasal allergies to treat with antohistamines and/or nasal steroids
if you have asthma you need long term bronchdilaters with inhaled steroids and you can try over the counter musinex as well
we need more history to advice what applies to you
see your doctor if in doubt.

Question 7

what does bronchitis have to do with the respiratory system?

Accepted Answer

Bronchitis: The bronchi are tubes which sprout off from the trachea and carry air into bronchioles and then into the alveolar spaces of the lung.  They are an integral part of the respiratory tract and when inflamed it is called bronchitis.

Question 8

how does the respiratory system depend on the nervous system?

Accepted Answer

Easy.: The brain (mission control of the nervous system) initiates the drive to breath based upon input from a variety of sensors.  It transmits signals via the phrenic nerve to the diaphragm to initiate breathing.  Cough receptors in the lung similarly control the cough reflex.  Additionally the epiglottis is triggered to cover and protect the trachea to prevent aspiration.

Question 9

what are the results of exercise on the cardio respiratory system?

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Some long term: Benefits are increased pumping power of the heart, decreased heart rates, and improvements in forced expiratory volumes.

Question 10

can the respiratory system and the nervous system actually work together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Respiration is part of what is called the autonomic or involuntary nervous system. That's why it works while you're asleep. You can briefly increase or decrease your respiratory rate, but eventually the autonomic nervous system will take over. I hope that helps.

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