During Hyperventilation, Why Do Some People Detect a Tingling Sensation

question 8

Multiple Choice

During hyperventilation, why do some people detect a tingling sensation in their hands and feet?

• A) an increase in carbon dioxide in blood
• B) widespread release of catecholamines
• C) hyperexcitability of afferent neurons
• D) a decrease in carbon dioxide in blood
• E) a decrease in blood flow to the distal extremities

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