Breathing Process
Main Function Gas exchange - Inhale Oxygen / Exhale Carbon Dioxide Diaphragm = Major muscle of breathing Contracts during inhaling Relaxes during exhaling
Inhaling Oxygen enters trachea & inflates lungs Requires energy Intercostal muscles contract to increase lung capacity; Diaphragm contracts
Exhaling Carbon Dioxide is forced out from the lungs Passive Intercostal muscle relax; Diaphragm relaxes, moves upward & pushes air out Only requires energy when a respiratory disease is present
Chest Tube Hollow, flexible tube that acts as a drain Pt. Conditions Post-op Pneumothorax Fluid in the lung