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4.8 Intro to the Respiratory System

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Today we are going to be reading a case study about a 20 year old woman named Erica and her "Cough that won't Quit". OPEN HERE. Read this page in its entirety. Once complete, move on to "16.2 Structure and Function of the Respiratory System" by clicking the next button at the bottom of the page or opening this link. Answer the 4 questions below by reading 16.2.

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What is respiration and how is Erica's respiration affected by her illness?

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2. What is mucus composed of? Do you think that too much of it can be bad for you?

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3. How is the cardiovascular system relate to the respiratory system? Why do you think Dr. Johnson checked Erica’s blood oxygen level?

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4. Why do you think Dr. Johnson warned Erica to not take cough suppressant medications?