Physiology Flashcards
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What are the classes of muscles of respiration ?
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Major inspiratory muscles
Accessory muscles of inspiration
Major expiratory muscles
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Major inspiratory muscles
A
Diaphragm
External intercostal muscles
3
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Accessory muscles of inspiration
A
Sternocleidomastoid
Pectoral
Scalenus
4
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Major expiratory muscles
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Internal intercostal muscles
Abdominal muscles
5
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When are accessory muscles of inspiration used?
A
During forceful inspiration
6
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When are major expiratory muscles used?
A
During active expiration
7
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What is active expiration?
A
Actively moving air out of the lungs
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