Evaluate the pulmonary pressures provided, and determine what portion of the respiratory cycle is represented.    Transpulmonary pressure = 6 mmHg    Intrapleural pressure = 667 mmHg    Atmospheric pressure = 670 mmHg    Intrapulmonary pressure = 673 mmHg

A. Thoracic volume increase with lung collapse
B. Normal expiration
C. Normal inspiration
D. Lung volume is unchanged


Answer: B

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