Breathing Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is breathing
A
Breathing is the process that moves air in and out of the lungs.
2
Q
What causes air to move
A
Movements of the ribs, rib muscles and diaphragm causes the air to move.
3
Q
Label the chest for breathing
A
4
Q
Breathing sequence for inspiration
A
•Diaphragm contracts
•Diaphragm flattens
•Intercostal muscles contract
•Ribs move up and out
•Volume of chest increases
•Pressure in lungs decreases
•Air is drawn into lungs
5
Q
Breathing sequence for expiration
A
•Diaphragm relaxes
•Diaphragm moves up (arches)
•Intercostal muscles relax
•Ribs move down and in
•Volume of chest decreases
•Pressure in lungs increases
•Air is pushed out of lungs
6
Q
Name for breathing in
A
Inspiration
7
Q
Name for breathing out
A
Expiration
