The nasopharynx is lined with a ciliated mucosal membrane with a highly vascular blood supply.The nurse is discussing the functions of this membrane.Which information should be included? One function of the membrane is to:
A) Absorb air
B) Humidify air
C) Cool air
D) Exchange gases

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These structures are lined with a ciliated mucosa that warms and humidifies inspired air and removes foreign particles from it.
Air is not absorbed,it is humidified.
Air is warmed,not cooled.
Gas exchange occurs in the alveoli.

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