Quiz #7 Flashcards
1
Q
Primary muscle of quiet and forced inspiration
A
diaphragm
2
Q
Phrenic nerve
A
the nerve that innervates the diaphragm
3
Q
Muscles involved in quiet/forced inspiration
A
1) Diaphragm
2) Internal intercostal muscles
3) External intercostal muscles
4
Q
How many lobes does each lung have?
A
- Right: 3
- Left: 2
5
Q
When the diaphragm contracts it increases the…
A
Vertical capacity of the thoracic cavity
