The Pneumotaxic Center of the Pons

question 32

Multiple Choice

The pneumotaxic center of the pons

• A) modifies the rate and depth of breathing.
• B) prolongs inspiration.
• C) suppresses the expiratory center in the medulla.
• D) sets the at- rest respiratory pattern.
• E) both B and C

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