Hyperventilation Causes Generalized ________, Which ________ Blood Flow to the Brain

question 128

Multiple Choice

Hyperventilation causes generalized ________, which ________ blood flow to the brain and can result in feeling dizzy or faint.

• A) vasoconstriction; decreases
• B) vasoconstriction; increases
• C) vasodilation; decreases
• D) vasodilation; increases

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Definitions:

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in intensity between two stimuli required for them to be perceived as different 50% of the time.

Selective Attention

The cognitive process of focusing on a particular object or task in the environment while ignoring other irrelevant information.

Sensory Deprivation

The absence of normal levels of sensory stimulation.

Sensory Deprivation

Sensory deprivation is the intentional reduction or removal of stimuli from one or more of the senses, which can lead to unique cognitive and perceptual experiences.