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The work of breathing__________________?

Correct answer: A. is inversely related to lung compliance

  • A. is inversely related to lung compliance
  • B. remains constant during exercise
  • C. is not affected by respiratory
  • D. decreased in lying posture

Explanation

When lung compliance is low, greater pressure and muscular effort are needed to produce the same tidal volume, so the elastic work of breathing rises. Thus work of breathing is inversely related to compliance.

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