What Effect Will Supression of the VRG by Overdose of Alcohol

question 30

Multiple Choice

What effect will supression of the VRG by overdose of alcohol or morphine have on ventilation?

• A) breathing completely stops
• B) respiratory rate increases
• C) respiratory rate decreases
• D) respiratory rate and depth of breathing increases

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