during which stage of Swallowing is respiration inhibited?
A)Voluntary stage.
B)pharyngeal stage.
C)Esophageal stage.
D)Postprandial stage.

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During the pharyngeal stage of swallowing, respiration is temporarily inhibited to prevent aspiration of food into the airways. This is a reflex action to ensure that the airway is protected while the bolus of food passes from the mouth into the esophagus.

During Which Stage of Swallowing Is Respiration Inhibited