Fever Flashcards
1
Q
2 main areas for losing heat
A
skin
breathing
2
Q
General mechanism of pyrogen action
A
- inhibit heat sensing neurons
- excite cold sensing neurons
==> diminish ability to feel heat
3
Q
Effects of increased oxygen demand due to fever
A
- Increased HR
- increased respiratory rate
4
Q
Key prostaglandin mediating fever
A
Prostaglandin E2
