Closed-Ended Questions Are Used Chiefly To

question 21

Multiple Choice

Closed-ended questions are used chiefly to:

• A)​explore feelings.
• B)​seek concreteness of information.
• C)​facilitate discussion.
• D)​elicit essential factual information.

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Definitions:

Thoracic Wall

The part of the anatomy that forms a protective boundary around the thoracic cavity, which contains the lungs and heart; comprises the rib cage, spine, and sternum.

Diaphragm

A muscular and membranous partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities and plays a major role in breathing.

Dead Space

Areas in the respiratory system that do not participate in gas exchange, including the nasal cavities, trachea, and bronchi.

Lung Compliance

Lung compliance refers to the ease with which the lungs can be expanded, determined by the elastic resistance of the lung tissue and chest wall to stretching during inhalation.