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Title: The nurse is assessing a client's respirations. Characteristics of costal breathing include: ...
Post by: deatk85 on Jan 18, 2018
The nurse is assessing a client's respirations. Characteristics of costal breathing include: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Use of external intercostal muscles.
  2. Contraction of the diaphragm.
  3. Use of accessory muscles.
  4. Movement of the abdomen.
  5. Movement of the chest upward and outward.


Title: The nurse is assessing a client's respirations. Characteristics of costal breathing include: ...
Post by: bericky97 on Jan 18, 2018
1,3,5
Rationale: Thoracic (costal) breathing involves the use of external intercostal muscles.