Which of the following statements provides reasons for the disruption of respiratory control?
A) Mechanical failure, soft-tissue damage, obstruction, and lack of perfusion will interrupt this control.
B) A structural reason that has caused collapse of the upper and lower airways to block the flow of oxygen to the alveoli can interrupt this control.
C) A medical, structural, and mechanical failure that has initiated the cascade of life-threatening problems will interrupt this control.
D) Medical reasons, infections, trauma, toxins, and drugs, along with neurologic disorders, can interrupt this control.
Question 2
A young boy tells you that his twin brother suffers from seizures and asks what he can do if he sees his brother convulsing. Your response would be:
A) Move any movable objects and furniture away from him.
B) Hold him securely to the floor until he stops seizing or the EMTs arrive.
C) Insert a spoon into his mouth to keep him from swallowing his tongue.
D) Call 911 if the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes or if he loses control of his bladder.
Overview of points of control for gene regulation in (a) prokaryotes and (b) eukaryotes
The control of cellular respiration
Endocrine and nervous control of blood pressure.
Control of urination.
Control of Homeostasis