When the Temperature of the Preoptic Area of the Hypothalamus

question 53

Multiple Choice

When the temperature of the preoptic area of the hypothalamus exceeds its thermostat setting,

• A)peripheral vasoconstriction occurs.
• B)skin blood flow increases.
• C)tidal volume increases.
• D)sweat glands are inhibited.
• E)skin blood flow increases and tidal volume increases.

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