Coexisting arterial hypoxemia, acidemia, and high PaCO2 (i.e., asphyxia) will have what effect on the peripheral chemoreceptors?
a. There is a decreased drive to breathe.
b. There is a maximally increased drive to breathe.
c. There is insufficient information to make a determination.
d. There is virtually no response.
ANS: B
Coexisting arterial hypoxemia, acidemia, and high PaCO2 (i.e., asphyxia) maximally stimulate the peripheral chemoreceptors.
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