In the Lungs, the

question 62

Multiple Choice

In the lungs, the

• A) blood flow rate is higher and the blood pressure is lower, respectively, than the blood flow rate and the blood pressure in other tissues.
• B) blood flow rate is higher and the blood pressure is higher, respectively, than the blood flow rate and the blood pressure in other tissues.
• C) blood flow rate is lower and the blood pressure is lower, respectively, than the blood flow rate and the blood pressure in other tissues.
• D) blood flow rate is lower and the blood pressure is higher, respectively, than the blood flow rate and the blood pressure in other tissues.
• E) blood flow rate and the blood pressure are the same as in other tissues.

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Definitions:

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the CNS to limbs and organs.

Stressor

An event that creates a sense of threat by confronting a person with a demand or opportunity for change of some kind.

Stress Response

The body's way of reacting to a challenge or threat, involving a combination of biological changes and psychological responses.

Social Support System

A network of family, friends, colleagues, and other acquaintances who provide emotional, informational, and practical help.