Which of the Following Factors Keeps the Alveoli Expanded

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors keeps the alveoli expanded?

• A) A pneumothorax
• B) Negative pleural pressure
• C) Alveolar pressure being equal to atmospheric pressure
• D) A reduction in surfactant
• E) Negative intra-alveolar pressure

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