Changes in Arterial PH Can Modify Respiration Rate and Rhythm

question 43

True/False

Changes in arterial pH can modify respiration rate and rhythm even when carbon dioxide and oxygen levels are normal.

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Definitions:

Enteric Motor

Refers to the components of the enteric nervous system that control the motor functions of the gastrointestinal system.

Enteric Interneuron

Neurons located within the gut wall that communicate between the different layers of the gastrointestinal tract, aiding in its regulation and function.

Somatic Reflex

An automatic response of the body that involves the reflex arcs mediated at the level of the spinal cord without conscious control.

Autonomic Reflex

An involuntary response mediated by the autonomic nervous system to maintain homeostasis, such as the reflex that controls heart rate.