The left main stem bronchus angles off from the carina at aboutA. 10–20 degrees from the carina.B. 20–30 degrees from the carina.C. 30–40 degrees from the carina.D. 40–60 degrees from the carina.

The left main stem bronchus angles off from the carina at aboutA. 10–20 degrees from the carina.B. 20–30 degrees from the carina.C. 30–40 degrees from the carina.D. 40–60 degrees from the carina.

Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337794909

Author:Des Jardins, Terry.

Publisher:Des Jardins, Terry.

Chapter1: The Anatomy And Physiology Of The Respiratory System

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The left main stem bronchus angles off from the carina at about
A. 10–20 degrees from the carina.
B. 20–30 degrees from the carina.
C. 30–40 degrees from the carina.
D. 40–60 degrees from the carina.

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