Which Statement Describes Hiccups

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes hiccups?

• A) A very deep inhalation initiated by opening the mouth wide
• B) Sudden expulsion of air to clear lower respiratory tracts
• C) Forceful involuntary expulsion of air through the nose and mouth to clear the upper respiratory tracts
• D) Spasmodic closure of the vocal cords after forceful contraction of the respiratory muscles

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