Resperation

Question 1

What are the three movements that occur during respiration?

Answer 1

1) Piston Movement
2) Bucket Handle Movement
3) Pump handle Movement

Question 2

In piston movement, what is the order of “events” that will occur?

Answer 2

1) Diaphragm contracts
2) Domes of diaphragm pull inferiority in the abdomen
3) results in increased in vertical diameter of the thorax

Question 3

Which ribs will elevate in bucket handle movement?

Answer 3

7th-10th

Question 4

T/F: Expiration is typically a passive process.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

Which muscle(s) will contract to elevate the ribs in pump and bucket handle movements?

Answer 5

External Intercostal Muscle

Question 6

In forced expiration, which muscles will contact to force the air out?

Answer 6

1) Inner Intercostal
2) Innermost Intercostal
3) Abdominal Wall muscles

Question 7

What is the main purpose of forces expiration?

Answer 7

To clear the airway (which is essential for survival)