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What Causes Respirations That Are Characterized by Alternating Periods of Deep

Question 30

Question 30

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What causes respirations that are characterized by alternating periods of deep and shallow breathing?


A) Decreased blood flow to the medulla oblongata
B) Decreased pH,increased PaCO2,and decreased PaO2
C) Stimulation of stretch or J receptors
D) Fatigue of the intercostal muscles and diaphragm

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