Which of the following forms of paradoxical breathing usually does not require mechanical ventilation?
A)Functioning diaphragm with paralyzed intercostals and abdominals
B)Paralyzed diaphragm with functional accessory muscle
C)Both A and B

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Paradoxical breathing with functioning diaphragm in a paralyzed intercostals and abdominals usually do not require mechanical ventilation.
In a functioning diaphragm with paralyzed intercostals and abdominals form of paradoxical breathing, there will be upper chest collapse and excessive abdominal rising. Since there is a functioning diaphragm the mechanical ventilation is not required.
In a paralyzed diaphragm, the accessory muscle cannot support long-term ventilation. This type of paradoxical breathing needs partial mechanical ventilation.

Which of the Following Forms of Paradoxical Breathing Usually Does