Muscles Of Ventilation Flashcards by Eric Kim | Brainscape

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Diaphragm

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Xiphoid process

Central tendon of diaphragm

Increase volume of thoracic cavity

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External intercostal

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Lower edge of ribs superior to insertion

Upper edge of rib inferior to its origin

Elevate rib cage; inspiration

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Internal intercostal

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Upper edge of rib inferior to its insertion

Lower edge of rib superior to its origin

Depresses rib cage; expiration

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