A collapsed lung occurs when the pressure in the ____.
A)atmosphere increases
B)alveoli increases
C)pleural cavity increases
D)trachea increases
E)bronchioles decreases

Question

A collapsed lung occurs when the pressure in the ____. ​
A)atmosphere increases
B)alveoli increases
C)pleural cavity increases
D)trachea increases
E)bronchioles decreases ​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A collapsed lung, also known as a pneumothorax, occurs when air leaks into the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural cavity. This causes the pressure in the pleural cavity to increase, which can lead to the lung collapsing. The other options are not directly related to the occurrence of a collapsed lung.

A Collapsed Lung Occurs When the Pressure in the ____