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Pneumothorax - Injury - Section 3 of 6
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Part 4 of 9
Highlights: Investigating the Physics of a Pneumothorax: A patient who has been injured has trouble breathing
Abstract: Section 3 of the Physics of the Respiratory System Module uses the Lung Model (from Section 1) to actively investigate the pressure changes that prevent the lung from expanding during a pneumothorax. This section includes learning objectives with matched assessment questions, reading and writing in the curriculum, and a hands-on activity. The curriculum reviews and expands upon introductory physics content.
Resource Types: In-class activity, Lecture materials, Lab, Demonstration, Pre-class assignment, Homework, Exam problem, Student reading, Instructor supplement, Restricted access
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Classical Mechanics > Applications of Newton's Laws > Pressure

Fluid Mechanics > Dynamics of Fluids

Fluid Mechanics > Statics of Fluids > Atmospheric Pressure, Measuring Pressure, Static Pressure

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Cross-cutting Biological Concepts > Causal Mechanisms > Biologically Mediated Mechanisms, Physical Mechanisms

Cross-cutting Biological Concepts > Structure/Function Relationships

Human and Animal Physiology > Respiratory System > Healthy Respiratory Function, Respiratory Disorders

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Copyright:   2019 Nancy Donaldson, Charles Gosselin, Mary Lowe

License:   CC: BY-NC-SA - Attribution, No Commercial uses and Share Alike. Derivative works must have the same license

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