Which of the Following Applies to the Act of Swallowing

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following applies to the act of swallowing?

• A) It requires coordination of cranial nerves V, IX, X, and XII.
• B) It is entirely voluntary.
• C) It is controlled by a center in the hypothalamus.
• D) It does not affect respiration.

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Definitions:

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

A severe lung condition characterized by rapid onset of widespread inflammation in the lungs, leading to respiratory failure.

Sepsis

A life-threatening condition resulting from the body's severe response to infection, leading to tissue damage, organ failure, and potentially death.

Pulse Oximetry

A noninvasive method to measure the oxygen saturation level of the blood, often used in medical settings to monitor patients' oxygen levels.

Respiratory Tract Infections

Infections that affect the parts of the body involved in breathing, such as the lungs, throat, and nasal passages.