UNIT 4 Nursing Management of patients with respiratory problems 🫁 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 🌬️ INTRODUCTION The respiratory system is responsible for the exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the body and the environment. It works closely with the circulatory system to supply oxygen to tissues and remove carbon dioxide from the body. 🧠 DIVISIONS OF RESPIRATORY SYSTEM It is divided into: 1. Upper Respiratory