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Bhullar Gurpreet Singh
on Oct 12, 2024
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All of the following elevate the ribs EXCEPT ________.
A) external intercostals
B) internal intercostals
C) scalene
D) serratus posterior superior
Serratus Posterior Superior
A muscle situated in the upper back that helps in elevating the ribs during inhalation.
Elevate the Ribs
The action of increasing the thoracic cavity volume to aid in inhalation, primarily performed by the intercostal muscles.
Internal Intercostals
Muscles located between the ribs that help with breathing by reducing the space in the chest during exhalation.
- Acquire knowledge on the functional responsibilities of distinct muscle clusters.
- Recognize muscles that are commonly not linked with specific functions or locations.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the functional responsibilities of distinct muscle clusters.
- Recognize muscles that are commonly not linked with specific functions or locations.