The Term Fibrillation Means That

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Multiple Choice

The term fibrillation means that:

• A)the heartbeat is dangerously irregular.
• B)the heart is beating too fast.
• C)the heart has stopped beating.
• D)the heart has suffered a heart attack.

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Definitions:

Sympathetic Nerve

The sympathetic nervous system is part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses during perceived threats.

Carotid Baroreceptors

Sensors located in the carotid arteries that monitor blood pressure and relay information to the central nervous system to maintain stable blood pressure.

Glossopharyngeal Nerve

The glossopharyngeal nerve is the ninth cranial nerve, which has both sensory and motor functions, including taste sensation and stimulating muscle movement in swallowing.

Vagus Nerve

The tenth cranial nerve that is responsible for many functions including heart rate, digestion, and mood control.