Author Question: When describing how analeptics increase the depth of respirations, the nursing instructor addresses ... (Read 29 times)

xclash · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

When describing how analeptics increase the depth of respirations, the nursing instructor addresses the stimulation of chemoreceptors. The instructor would identify these chemoreceptors as being located in which area in the body? Select all that apply.

A) Upper aorta
B) Left ventricle
C) Jugular vein
D) Carotid artery
E) Pulmonary vein

Question 2

After teaching a group of nursing students about central nervous stimulants, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students state which of the following as an effect of caffeine on the body? Select all that apply.

A) Skeletal muscle relaxation
B) Respiratory stimulation
C) Central nervous system (CNS) stimulation
D) Cardiac relaxation
E) Diuresis

nikmaaacs · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, D
Feedback:
Analeptics increase the depth of respirations by stimulating chemoreceptors located in the carotid arteries and upper aorta.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, E
Feedback:
Caffeine exerts the following effects on the body: stimulates the CNS, cardiac system, and respiratory system and results in mild diuresis.