Blood Pressure Flashcards by Tara Johnson

stretch-sensitive receptors, located in the aortic arch and carotid sinuses, that detect changes in blood pressure.

Baroreceptors

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blood pressure is monitored and regulated by both:

baroreceptors & chemoreceptors

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monitor the content of: 
-oxygen
-carbon dioxide
-& pH
Stimulate a change in respiratory rate & depth

Chemoreceptors

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