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Lungs & Mechanics

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What are the functions of the Pleurae?   Lubricate and protect Lungs from Friction  
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What is the composition of the Pleurae?   Serous Membrane  
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What comprises the Pleurae?   1. Visceral layer; 2. Parietal layer  
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Why is the LEFT Lung smaller than the RIGHT?   to make room for the HEART  
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How many Lobes are in the RIGHT Lung?   3 = Superior, Middle, Inferior  
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How many Lobes are in the LEFT Lung?   2 = Superior, Inferior  
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What causes Inspiration (Inhalation)?   CONTRACTION of Diaphragm --> Thoracic EXPANSION --> LOWERED Intrathoracic pressure --> Atmospheric Air drawn IN  
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What are the Synergistic Muscles involved in Inspiration?   EXTERNAL Intercostals, Sternocleidomastoids  
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What is the function of the External Intercostal muscles during Inspiration?   RAISE Ribs  
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What is the function of the Sternocleidomastoid muscles during Inspiration?   RAISE Clavicles  
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When are Synergistic Muscles employed in Respiration?   for DEEP Inhale or FORCEFUL Exhale  
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During contraction the Diaphragm is in what position?   Lowered  
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When relaxed the Diaphragm is in what position?   Raised  
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What causes Expiration (Exhalation)?   Thoracic SHINKAGE --> Intrathoracic pressure RAISED --> Air forced OUT through upper Airways  
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What are the Synergistic muscles involved in Expiration?   INTERNAL Intercostals, Abdominal group  
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What function do the INTERNAL Intercostal Muscles serve during Expiration?   DEPRESS Ribs  
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What function do the Abdominal group muscles serve during Expiration?   ELEVATE Liver against the Diaphragm  
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