Central and peripheral chemoreceptors — Flashcards

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Peripheral chemoreceptors are stimulated by increased _____

Peripheral chemoreceptors respond to decreased Po2 when the arterial Po2 is less than _____ mmHg

When supplemental oxygen is administered to a patient with chronic COPD, the rapid increase in PaO2 can reduce _____ stimulation

The _____ respiratory center is located in the reticular formation and contains an inspiratory and expiratory center

_____ receptors are located in the alveolar walls and cause rapid, shallow breathing in response to pulmonary capillary engorgement (e.g. left heart failure)

Patients with long-standing COPD have decreased sensitivity to _____

The dorsal respiratory group receives sensory input from lung stretch receptors via the _____ nerve

How does hyperventilation affect ICP?

In what situations is hyperventilation therapuetic?

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Central and peripheral chemoreceptors Flashcards for USMLE

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