The Hering-Breuer Reflex

question 20

Multiple Choice

The Hering-Breuer reflex

• A) functions to increase ventilation with changes in blood pressure.
• B) alters pulmonary ventilation when the PO₂ changes.
• C) alters pulmonary ventilation when the PCO₂ changes.
• D) prevents overexpansion of the lungs.
• E) is an important aspect of normal, quiet breathing.

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