What Is the Hering-Breuer Reflex

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Multiple Choice

What is the Hering-Breuer reflex?

• A) When maximum chest expansion has been reached, the medulla oblongata stops sending inspiratory messages which prevents over inflation of the lungs.
• B) The ability to adjust the transitions from inspiration to expiration.
• C) The ability to exert voluntary control over the respiratory system.
• D) None of these are correct.

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