The Presence of Irritants Such as Noxious Gases Elicits Reflex

question 13

Multiple Choice

The presence of irritants such as noxious gases elicits reflex bronchoconstriction to limit penetration of injurious substances into the lungs.This reflex is produced by stimulation of which of the following structures?

• A) Bronchial smooth muscle
• B) Gag receptors
• C) Rapidly adapting receptors
• D) Cough receptors

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