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Respiratory System – Medical Terminology 🌓 Dark Mode Respiratory System Medical Terminology – Second Year Students University of Hilla | Department of Anesthesia 1. Functions The primary function of the respiratory system (RS) is to: Deliver oxygen to the body’s tissues Remove carbon dioxide from the body This is achieved through breathing , which consists of two processes: Inspiration : Movement of air into the lungs. Expiration : Movement of air out of the lungs. 2. Structures Upper Respiratory Tract Nose Nasal cavity Nasopharynx Larynx (voice box) Lower Respiratory Tract Trachea Bronchi Bronchioles Alveolar ducts Alveoli Lung capillaries Other Key Structures ...

Lecture on Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke) Lecture: Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke) Introduction A Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA), commonly known as a stroke, is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. Types of Stroke Ischemic Stroke: Caused by a blockage in an artery supplying blood to the brain. This accounts for about 87% of all strokes. Hemorrhagic Stroke: Caused by bleeding into or around the brain due to a ruptured blood vessel. Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA): Often called a mini-stroke, it is a temporary blockage that resolves without permanent damage. Risk Factors High blood pressure Diabetes Smoking High cholesterol Obesity Heart disease Family history of stroke Signs and Symptoms Remember the acronym FAST: ...