In contrast to paradoxical chest motion, asymmetrical chest movement occurs when:

A. both sides of the chest move shallowly during normal breathing.
B. one side of the chest fails to move normally during inspiration.
C. both sides of the chest wall move in unison during deep inspiration.


Answer: B. one side of the chest fails to move normally during inspiration.

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