Several Pathophysiologic Mechanisms Operating Simultaneously May Lead to an Increased

question 4

Multiple Choice

Several pathophysiologic mechanisms operating simultaneously may lead to an increased ventilatory rate. These may include all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) stimulation of central chemoreceptors.
• B) decreased lung compliance-increased ventilatory rate relationship.
• C) stimulation of J receptors.
• D) pain.

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