In this learning activity, you will be provided with two scenarios. Based on the scenarios provided,you will describe the process of breathing.

Scenario 1: Hillary is seated comfortably and reading a book in the library.

Scenario 2: Edmund loves mountain climbing, he just made it to the summit of Mount Everest. 

Step 1: Review

Review the Learning Resources for this lesson.

Gas Exchange 

Step 2: Analyze

Study the two scenarios provided. Think about the differences between each scenario regarding the environment and activities

Step 3: Respond

Prepare a 200 word assessment for each scenario, discussing how lungs function. Consider the following points.

1. Describe the differences in each environment and the conditions being experienced in each scenario 
2. Explain how breathing will be adapted differently in each scenario and how the lungs will respond to the difference in each scenario
3. Describe the relationship between the changes in adaptation to the process of breathing and respiration and gaseous exchange

Step 4: Share 

To share your work, click on the “Add a new discussion topic” button under this post and paste your work in the “Message” box. Make sure to reference others’ intellectual property when necessary. All references should follow 7th Edition APA formatting. For further instructions, see the resource on the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library: APA citation resource (N.B. references are excluded from word counts).

Step 5: Interact

Evaluate and categorize the work from one of your peers based on items A - F of the rubric below. Provide a rationale for the grade you have provided, as well as comments or suggestions for improvement. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”

 You can use the list below as an example:

Item A is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item B is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item C is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item D is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item E is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
Item F is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….

OPTIONAL Step 6: Interact (10 minutes)

If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”