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Other Factors Affecting Pulmonary Ventilation

Description
Surface tension
Inwardly directed force in the alveoli which must be overcome to expand the lungs during each inspiration
Elastic recoil
Decreases the size of the alveoli during expiration
Compliance
Ease with which the lungs and thoracic wall can be expanded

Breathing Patterns and Respiratory Movements

Eupnea
Apnea
Dyspnea
Tachypnea
Costal breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing
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