Sleep Apnea Is Temporarily Ceasing to Breathe and Is More

question 122

Multiple Choice

Sleep apnea is temporarily ceasing to breathe and is more common in people who are overweight.Excess fat in the neck compresses the airway,cutting off air flow.The person then wakes up to clear their throat and resumes normal breathing.Which of the following would trigger this reflex?

• A)increased oxygen
• B)decreased carbon dioxide
• C)increased carbon dioxide
• D)decreased oxygen
• E)decreased nitrogen

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