This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Which of the following centers responds more strongly to high levels of CO2? a. Aortic ... (Read 23 times)

mp14

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 534
Which of the following centers responds more strongly to high levels of CO2?
 
  a. Aortic chemoreceptors
  b. Carotid chemoreceptors
  c. Central chemoreceptors
  d. Ventral respiratory centers

Question 2

In the face of hyperoxia, what is the response of the peripheral chemoreceptors to hypercapnia?
 
  a. There is a decreased drive to breathe.
  b. There is an increased drive to breathe.
  c. There is insufficient information.
  d. There is virtually no response.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

tmlewis4706

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 295
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
For a given increase in PaCO2 or hydrogen ion concentration, the carotid bodies are less respon-sive than the central chemoreceptors. The peripheral chemoreceptors account for only 20 to 30 of the ventilatory response to hypercapnia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
High arterial PO2 (hyperoxia) decreases the peripheral chemoreceptors' PCO2 sensitivity to al-most zero.




mp14

  • Member
  • Posts: 534
Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


frankwu0507

  • Member
  • Posts: 322
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

Did you know?

Giardia is one of the most common intestinal parasites worldwide, and infects up to 20% of the world population, mostly in poorer countries with inadequate sanitation. Infections are most common in children, though chronic Giardia is more common in adults.

Did you know?

Cucumber slices relieve headaches by tightening blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the area, and relieving pressure.

Did you know?

There are more sensory neurons in the tongue than in any other part of the body.

Did you know?

Automated pill dispensing systems have alarms to alert patients when the correct dosing time has arrived. Most systems work with many varieties of medications, so patients who are taking a variety of drugs can still be in control of their dose regimen.

Did you know?

Individuals are never “cured” of addictions. Instead, they learn how to manage their disease to lead healthy, balanced lives.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library