Question

Explain how human anatomy results in us easily choking on food or water and how these sorts of blockages or debris are gotten out of the lungs; be certain to include appropriate anatomical terms in your answer.

Answer 1

Choking of food or water and their entry into the lungs is known as pulmonary aspiration.The entry is via traches that leads to the lungs.Pulmonary aspiration usually occurs when any substance such as food or water accidentally passes into the windpipe and lungs instead of going into the esophagus.This problem occurs due to  swallowing reflex or a lack of proper control of the tongue.

Instant coughing could lead the debris or blockage out via vomitting.In critical situations as in patients ,tracheal intubation could be helpful.