Which of the Following Is a Common Cause of Respiratory

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common cause of respiratory failure in children?

• A) Fatigue caused by the increased work of breathing
• B) Undiagnosed cardiac defects
• C) A decreased PaCO₂
• D) Metabolic disorders

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for controlling many autonomic functions such as temperature regulation, hunger, and thirst, as well as linking the nervous and endocrine systems.

Mammillary Bodies

Small rounded bodies at the base of the brain, part of the limbic system, involved in memory formation and recollection.

Hypothalamic Function

The roles performed by the hypothalamus, which include regulating temperature, thirst, hunger, sleep, circadian rhythm, and releasing hormones.

Sexual Pleasure

A state of physical and psychological enjoyment and satisfaction derived from sexual activity.