Which of the following happens during inhalation?
A. The intercostal muscles expand. C. The diaphragm drops and flattens.
B. The diaphragm rises and expands. D. The chest wall relaxes.
Question 2
What important piece of information has been omitted from the following report: University Hospital, we are en route with a 61-year-old male complaining of generalized weakness. He states that he was cutting the grass when he suddenly became hot and weak, forcing him to sit down. He has a history of diabetes and prostate cancer, but takes no medications. Right now he is alert and oriented and has the following vital signs: pulse 96, respirations 18, and blood pressure 156/82 mmHg. We have placed him on two liters of oxygen by nasal cannula and are transporting in a semi-Fowler's position. He states that the weakness is starting to resolve. Do you have questions or orders?
A) Patient's family physician
B) Location of the incident
C) ETA to the hospital
D) Medications the patient is taking
Antagonistic Muscles
Muscles of the Body, Posterior View
Back muscles
Back muscles
Skeletal muscles of the shoulder, arm, and hand.
Major muscles of the chest.