Which of the following stages is NOT part of the mechanical breath cycle? A) Beginning of inspiration B) End of expiration C) Inspiratory hold D) Inspiration
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify which option does not belong to the mechanical breath cycle stages. This suggests an understanding of respiratory physiology and the stages involved in the breathing process.
Answer
"Inspiratory hold"
"Inspiratory hold" is not part of the mechanical breath cycle stages.
Answer for screen readers
"Inspiratory hold" is not part of the mechanical breath cycle stages.
More Information
The mechanical breath cycle consists of inspiration and expiration. Although 'inspiratory hold' is used in some contexts like mechanical ventilation, the basic cycle stages are typically inspiration and expiration.
Sources
- The Process of Breathing | Anatomy and Physiology II - courses.lumenlearning.com
- Mechanical Ventilation - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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