Which of the Following Statements BEST Describes the Movement of Ribs

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements BEST describes the movement of ribs 2-7 and the sternum during inspiration?

• A)Sternum moves ventrally, ribs move in sagittal plane increasing anterior/posterior diameter
• B)Ribs lift up and outward in the frontal plane
• C)Little movement of the ribs occurs during ventilation
• D)Sternum moves inferiorly, ribs move anteriorly and laterally

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