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Stimulation of the vagus nerve will cause:

Correct answer: B. Decreased heart rate

  • A. Increase blood pressure
  • B. Decreased heart rate
  • C. Increased blood flow to limbs
  • D. Dilation of the pupil of the eye

Explanation

Stimulation of the vagus nerve can cause a number of different effects, including Decreased heart rate, The vagus nerve sends signals to the heart that slow down the heart rate. This is why stimulation of the vagus nerve is sometimes used to treat heart arrhythmias.

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