Stimulating the Vagus Nerve Would Cause

question 12

Multiple Choice

Stimulating the vagus nerve would cause

• A)blood pressure to rise.
• B)heart rate to increase.
• C)heart rate to decrease.
• D)no change in any cardiovascular parameters.
• E)a release in epinephrinE.

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Definitions:

Mechanical Ventilation

A method of providing respiratory support using a machine (ventilator) to push air into and pull air out of the lungs of a patient who is unable to breathe adequately on their own.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths a person takes per minute, an important vital sign.

Tachypnea

Abnormally fast respirations, usually more than 24 respirations per minute.

Patent Airway

A clear and unobstructed passageway for air to move in and out of the lungs.