COMLEX Osteopathic Medicine

Category - Respir./Circul

Which of the following muscles are responsible for the active process of respiration?
  1. Intercostals
  2. Abdominal
  3. Diaphragm
  4. Both A and C
Explanation
Answer - D - The intercostals are the muscles that are located between the ribs and the diaphragm is a muscle that separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities. The movement of these muscles allows the lungs to have enough room to expand and contract, allowing air to flow in and out of the body in order for respiration to occur.
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