Roach's Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 11th Edition - Central Nervous System Stimulants Related

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When describing how analeptics increase the depth of respirations, the pursing instructor addresses the stimulation of chemoreceptors. The instructor would identify these chemoreceptors as being located in which area in the body. Select all that apply.

  • A. Upper aorta
  • B. Left ventricle
  • C. Jugular vein
  • D. Carotid artery
  • E. Pulmonary vein
Correct Answer: A,D

Rationale: Analeptics increase the depth of respirations by stimulating chemoreceptors located in the carotid arteries and upper aorta.