The _____ Is an Integral Part of the Government's Plan

question 25

Multiple Choice

The _____ is an integral part of the government's plan to improve health care quality and safety.

• A)Institute of Medicine (IOM)
• B)The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
• C)Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)
• D)Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)

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Definitions:

Medullary Respiratory Center

A region in the medulla oblongata of the brain that regulates the rate and depth of breathing.

Ventral Respiratory Group

The ventral respiratory group is a cluster of neurons located in the medulla oblongata that plays a crucial role in regulating the rhythm of breathing.

Intercostal Muscles

Muscles located between the ribs that play an essential role in the mechanics of breathing.

Diaphragm

A large, dome-shaped muscle located below the lungs that plays a key role in breathing by contracting and relaxing to alter the size of the thoracic cavity.