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Serena Is Pregnant and Has Just Been Informed by Her

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Serena is pregnant and has just been informed by her doctor that her baby's heart,eyes,hands,and feet are beginning to develop.Therefore,Serena is careful to avoid ____ during this ____ stage of development.


Definitions:

Thoracic Pressure

The pressure within the thoracic cavity, affecting respiratory and cardiovascular functions, influenced by lung volume and diaphragm movement.

Diaphragm

A dome-shaped muscular partition separating the thorax from the abdomen in mammals, playing a major role in breathing.

Intercostal Muscles

Muscles located between the ribs that play a role in the breathing process.

Thoracic Cavity

The part of the body located between the neck and the abdomen that houses organs such as the heart and lungs.

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