The client who has nervous system damage to the diaphragm asks the nurse why there is a feeling of not being able to take a breath. The nurse should explain that the diaphragm:
1. Expands during expiration, causing the client to feel like there is not enough air entering the lungs.
2. Flattens during inspiration to allow for expansion of the lungs.
3. Controls the diameter of the trachea.
4. Can cause collapse of alveoli.
Answer: 2
1. The diaphragm rises during expiration to help the client expel air.
2. Malfunction of the diaphragm can decrease lung expansion, allowing for minimum of air on inspiration, which makes the client have feelings of not getting enough air.
3. The diaphragm does not have any effect on the trachea.
4. The diaphragm does not affect the expansion or collapse of the alveoli.
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