In the Upright Position,which Portion of the Lungs Has the Most

question 24

Multiple Choice

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

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

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