The Highest Volume of Ventilation and Perfusion Occurs in the Upper

question 15

True/False

The highest volume of ventilation and perfusion occurs in the upper lung fields.

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Definitions:

Axis

The second cervical vertebra (C2) of the spine, which allows the head to rotate.

Dens of the Axis

A prominent feature of the second cervical vertebra (axis), providing a pivot that allows the head and the atlas to rotate around the spinal axis.

Transverse Process

A bony projection off the side of each vertebra in the spine, to which muscles and ligaments attach.

Spinous Process

A bony projection off the posterior (back) of each vertebra, serving as a point of attachment for muscles and ligaments.