Artificial breathing aids

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  • Created by: Matthew
  • Created on: 09-04-13 15:59
What was the breathing aid which was developed for those paralysed by polio called?
The Iron Lung
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What type of pressure does the artificial breathing aid designed for polio victims use?
Negative pressure
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Positive pressure aids use masks attached to bags of air to force air down what?
The trachea
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Air being removed from an iron lung does not cause...
Exhalation
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What type of pressure does the artificial breathing aid designed for polio victims use?

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Negative pressure

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Positive pressure aids use masks attached to bags of air to force air down what?

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Air being removed from an iron lung does not cause...

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