EMT B CH16

contstriction, or blockage, of the bronchi that lead from the trachea to the lungs.

another term for expiration.

passive process in which the intercostal (rib) muscles and the diaphragm relax, causing the chest cavity to decrease in size and force air from lungs.

another term for inhalation

an active process in which the intercosatal (rib) muscles and the diaphragm contract, expanding the size of the chest cavity causing air flow to the lungs.