Multiple Choice
The peripheral chemoreceptors for respiration
A) mainly reside in the aortic bodies
B) Respond only to PCO2
C) Send afferent information over the hypoglossal nerve
D) Respond to PO2 only when it falls below about 40-60 mm Hg
E) Cause increased ventilation in exercise
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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Q2: Transection of the spinal cord caudal to
Q3: Voluntary control of breathing originates in the<br>A)
Q5: The DRG and VRG are both located
Q6: The major chem oreceptor for P<sub>aO2</sub> is
Q7: Inhibition of lung inflation by stretch receptors
Q8: Involuntary control of breathing originates in the<br>A)
Q9: Sensory information from the peripheral chemoreceptors travel
Q10: In metabolic alkalosis without respiratory compensation<br>A) Increased
Q11: The dorsal respiratory group mainly<br>A) Excites inspiratory