A licensed vocational nurse's duties revolve around basic patient care. LVNs monitor their patients' vital signs and keep their charts up to date. They assist patients in basic hygiene and personal care, including bathing and dressing them and helping them eat if necessary.
Accessory muscles refers to muscles that assist, but do not play a primary role, in breathing. There is some controversy concerning which muscles may be considered accessory muscles of inhalation.
This is called antagonistic muscle action. The working muscle is called the prime mover or agonist. (it s in agony!) The relaxing muscle is the antagonist. The other main pair of muscle that work together are the quadriceps and hamstrings.The prime mover is helped by other muscles called synergists.These contract at the same time as the prime mover. They hold the body in position so that the prime mover can work smoothly.it s in agony!) The relaxing muscle is the antagonist. The other main pair of muscle that work together are the quadriceps and hamstrings. The prime mover is helped by other muscles called synergists. These contract at the same time as the prime mover.