Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134395326
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Suzanne M. Keller
Publisher: PEARSON
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Mrs. Minnick’s contracted a stroke that developed a condition of uncoordinated swallowing. The effects of uncoordinated swallowing on the ability to breathe in case of Mrs. Minnick’s need.

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Swallowing and breathing are two separate processes, but still, some organs are common among both these processes. These two processes are slightly interlinked and a balance between the precise regulations of these two processes ensure normal homeostasis. However, an uncoordinated action of these two processes is disastrous for the organism.

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