Human Anatomy
Human Anatomy
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ISBN: 9780135168059
Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc.,
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Chapter 22, Problem 3CRCAQ
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The anatomical location of a barrette swallowed unintentionally by a 1-year old girl.

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Babies/Toddlers have the habit of swallowing anything they come across, which may prove to be a major health hazard for them. Respiratory passageways have inbuilt mechanisms to prevent harmful particles from entering. However, there are physical limits to the size of the particle that can be avoided.

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