Regarding Endocrine Processes in Cardiovascular Regulation, Long-Term Adjustments

question 3

Multiple Choice

Regarding endocrine processes in cardiovascular regulation, long-term adjustments

• A) involve sympathetic responses that adjust cardiac output and peripheral resistance to stabilize blood pressure and blood flow to tissues.
• B) involve alterations in blood volume that affect cardiac output and the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide to and from active tissues.
• C) cause immediate, localized homeostatic adjustments.
• D) drastically alter blood pressure and blood flow to vital organs.
• E) involve the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine from the adrenal medullae, which stimulate cardiac output and peripheral vasoconstriction.

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