MDC Essential Component in The Alveoli Lungs Issues Disscusion

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A newborn exhibits signs of respiratory distress due to the lack of surfactant. She has signs of low oxygen and high carbon dioxide.

[1] List all the cells in the alveolus and their function. Explain why the lack of surfactant would result in respiratory distress.

[2] Using the carbonic acid buffering system, explain what is happening to the pH in her blood. What type of acid-base disorder might she develop and how would her body compensate?

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Outline: Respiratory distress Syndrome

➢ Alveoli are an essential part of the lungs that allow the gaseous exchange to take
place. There are millions of alveoli in the lung and provides a barrier.
➢ There are three main types of cells in the alveoli: type I pneumocytes, type II
pneumocytes, and alveolar macrophages.
➢ Due to respiratory distress, the rate of carbon dioxide removal in the body to
production in the tissues is less; hence the levels increase.
➢ This leads to a decrease in pH levels from a shift in the buffering system forming
more carbonic acid than usual.


Running head: RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME

Respiratory Distress Syndrome

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