Limitation of inspiration by vagal lung inflation signals is called the______________?
Correct answer: A. Herring - Breur reflex
- A. Herring - Breur reflex
- B. Bainbridge reflex
- C. Autonomic reflex
- D. Dynamic stretch reflex
Explanation
The Hering-Breuer inflation reflex is triggered by vagal stretch receptors during lung inflation and limits further inspiration. It protects against excessive lung expansion.
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