Explain the Mechanical Process of Breathing

question 56

Essay

Explain the mechanical process of breathing.Include in your discussion (1)any changes in volumes and pressures and the resulting effects,(2)muscles used for inspiration,and (3)muscles used for expiration.

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Definitions:

Nembutal

A brand name for pentobarbital, a barbiturate used as a sedative and for euthanasia.

Digoxin

A medication used to treat various heart conditions, including atrial fibrillation and heart failure.

Milliliters

A metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter.