The first seven pairs of ribs, or true ribs, are attached directly to the sternum through pieces of cartilage called _______________ cartilage.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
costal
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a. 31225-RT b. 31233-RT c. 31256-RT d. 31267-RT
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a. Assessing for tracheal deviation and jugular venous distension b. Auscultating tracheal breath sounds c. Feeling for flail segments d. Palpating the cervical spine for step-offs