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What part of the respiratory system stops bacteria from getting into the lungs?
The air passage
What happens if bacteria are not trapped before air enters the lungs?
If bacteria are not trapped before air enters the lungs by the respiratory system's natural defenses (such as the mucous lining and cilia in the respiratory tract), they may reach the lungs and cause infection. This can result in conditions like pneumonia or bronchitis.
How are the lungs protected from bacterial infection?
The lungs are protected from bacterial infection through various mechanisms, such as the mucociliary escalator, which helps to trap and remove bacteria from the respiratory tract. Additionally, the lungs have immune cells like macrophages that can engulf and destroy bacteria. The presence of antibodies in the respiratory tract also helps to neutralize and eliminate bacterial invaders.
Is influenza a virus bacteria or fungi?
Influenza is a virus. It is a respiratory virus that infects the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It is not caused by bacteria or fungi.
Where is pertussis most likely found?
it is the bacteria that causes whooping cough and is found in the upper respiratory tract of the lungs.
What system are your lungs in?
Respiratory system
What is the respiratory organ of a monkey?
lungs is respiratory organ of cow
If the patient has paralyzed cilia what is the risk for respiratory infection?
If cilia are paralyzed then mucus-containing particles, including bacteria, will remain in the lungs and may cause a respiratory infection.
How does mucus naturally enter the lungs and what role does it play in respiratory health?
Mucus enters the lungs through tiny hair-like structures called cilia that line the respiratory tract. It helps to trap and remove harmful particles, such as bacteria and dust, from the air we breathe. This helps to protect the lungs from infections and maintain respiratory health.
How a cardiac disorder cause an effect on the respiratory system?
Chronic high blood pressure combined with heart failure can push fluid into the lungs.
What organ system does a lungs belong to?
The respiratory system. The alveoli are air sacs in the lungs.
Are the lungs in the respiratory system?
The lungs are the major organs of the respiratory system. The respiratory system consists of nose, nasal passages, nasopharynx, larynx, trachea and lungs.
