Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781260159363
Author: Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, Cynthia
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
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Chapter 53, Problem 6PL
Inhaled dust and pollutants stimulate ________ to elicit a protective response of bronchoconstriction and coughing.
a. chemoreceptors
b. stretch receptors
c. proprioceptors
d. irritant receptors
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Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
Ch. 53 - Prob. 1PLCh. 53 - Prob. 2PLCh. 53 - Which of the following muscles is not involved in...Ch. 53 - Peripheral chemoreceptors sensitive to low blood...Ch. 53 - Prob. 5PLCh. 53 - Inhaled dust and pollutants stimulate ________ to...Ch. 53 - An increase in the duration of inspirations is the...Ch. 53 - The ventral respiratory group of the brainstem...Ch. 53 - The respiratory centers are widely scattered...Ch. 53 - The _________________________ respiratory group...
Ch. 53 - The __________________________ respiratory group...Ch. 53 - Central chemoreceptors are sensitive to changes in...Ch. 53 - As the blood concentration of carbon dioxide...Ch. 53 - As a result of increased breathing, the blood...Ch. 53 - Peripheral chemoreceptors include aortic bodies...Ch. 53 - Prob. 1.8ACh. 53 - The principal muscles of inspiration are the...Ch. 53 - Briefly explain the reason for the changes in...Ch. 53 - Complete the following: a. Why is it important to...Ch. 53 - Use the following carbonic acid-bicarbonate buffer...Ch. 53 - Why is it dangerous for a swimmer to...
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