MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

PULMONARY PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is a normal breathing pattern.
A
synchronous up and out motion of chest and abdomen
B
up and out motion of chest and inward motion of abdomen
C
up and out motion of abdomen and inward motion of chest
D
excessive upper chest motion with increase use of accessory muscles
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Breathing patterns consist of tidal volume and respiratory rate in an individual. An average breathing pattern is 12 breaths per minute and 500 mL per breath. Eupnea is normal breathing at rest. There are types of altered breathing patterns that are symptoms of many diseases.

Detailed explanation-2: -A normal breathing pattern is classified as diaphragmatic or abdominal breathing. Although this is considered a normal breathing pattern, it should be noted that a “normal” breathing pattern found in patients should not be considered the ideal functional breathing pattern.

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