Respiratory System 3, Pleural membranes

Pleural membranes and ventilation MCQs. Please leave answers in the comments section for marking.

Identify one true statement;
a. the visceral pleural membrane is firmly attached to the surface of the lung.
b. the parietal pleural membrane is firmly attached to the surface of the lung
c. the two pleural membranes are connected to each other with tough connective tissues
d. there is a physiological space between the two pleural membranes

Pain in pleurisy is mostly generated in the
a. intercostal muscles
b. parietal pleura.
c. visceral pleura
d. lung parenchyma

Pneumothorax is;
a. air in the circulatory system
b. over inflation of the lung
c. air in the potential pleural space.
d. air in the subcutaneous tissues

The superior surface of the diaphragmatic muscle is covered with
a. pericardium
b. parietal pleura.
c. visceral pleura
d. keratinised squamous epithelium

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