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Anatomy of the Lungs and Respiratory System

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  • Session Overview
  • Session Introduction
  • Introduction
  • The Trachea
  • The Bronchi
  • The Lungs
  • The Pleura
    • Overview
    • Pneumothorax
  • Bronchopulmonary Segments
    • Overview
    • Lung Segments
  • Primary Lung Lobule
  • The Mediastinum
  • The Diaphragm
    • Overview
    • Question
    • Diaphragmatic Movement
    • Impaired Diaphragmatic Function
  • Intercostal Muscles
    • Anatomy
    • Nerve Supply
  • The Accessory Muscles of Respiration
  • Muscle Groups Involved in Inspiration and Expiration
    • Overview
    • Question
  • Tracheal Tube Intubation
  • Anatomical Landmarks on a CXR
    • Overview
    • Question
    • Phase of Respiration
    • CXR Appearances
  • Inserting a Chest Drain
  • Self Assessment
    • Question 1
    • Question 2
    • Question 3
    • Question 4
  • Session Key Points
  • Session Summary
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