In the Upright Position, Which Portion of the Lungs Has

question 62

Multiple Choice

In the upright position, which portion of the lungs has the most negative pleural pressure?

• A) hilum
• B) base
• C) apex
• D) intrapleural pressure is uniform throughout all lung areas

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