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2. Which of these muscles are not accessory muscles of respiration?

  • Pectoralis major
  • Scalenes
  • External intercostals
  • Trapezius

3. Which of these statements is false?

  • The caudal area of the VRG signals to the internal intercostal muscles
  • The VRG coordinates breathing during exercise
  • The VRG nerves extend into the DRG
  • The intermediate area of the VRG has motor efferents to the pharynx and larynx

4. Which of these statements is false?

  • The ventral respiratory group sends impulses along the phrenic nerve
  • The dorsal respiratory group is involved in rhythm and inspiration
  • The dorsal respiratory group is involved in exhalation
  • The ventral respiratory group is rhythm generating

5. Which of these are not involved in expiration (quiet or forced)?

  • Sternocleidomastoid
  • Internal intercostals
  • External intercostals
  • Abdominal muscles
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