Steps in the Swallowing Process, in the Correct Order, Include

question 137

Multiple Choice

Steps in the swallowing process, in the correct order, include: (1) isolation of the nasopharynx
(2) compression of the bolus against the hard palate
(3) elevation of the soft palate
(4) opening of the upper esophageal sphincter and peristaltic movement of the bolus
(5) retraction of the tongue to force the bolus into the pharynx
(6) elevation of the larynx and folding of the epiglottis to direct the bolus past the glottis

• A)1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
• B)6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
• C)1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6
• D)2, 5, 3, 1, 6, 4
• E)6, 3, 4, 2, 1, 5

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