A Nurse Is Discussing the Different Types of Regulation

question 48

Multiple Choice

A nurse is discussing the different types of regulation.Which regulation is the nurse describing? Local myogenic regulation of blood vessel diameter and thus blood flow through a vessel is an example of:

• A) Autonomic regulation
• B) Somatic regulation
• C) Autoregulation
• D) Metabolic regulation

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Definitions:

Responsive

Being quick to react or respond to people or events in a way that is positive, caring, or helpful.

Prenatal Exposure

The exposure of a fetus to substances, conditions, or stressors during pregnancy, which can impact health and development after birth.

Schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Prenatal

Relating to the period before birth, encompassing the development and care of a fetus during pregnancy.