Body Fluids And Circulation Question 4
Question: Blood pressure increases and heart rate decreases in response to:
Options:
A) Exercise
B) Haemorrage
C) Exposure to high altitude
D) Increased intracranial pressure
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] With the increase in intra-cranial pressure, the cerebral blood flow is reduced.
This increased pressure also stimulates the vasomotor centre and increases systemic blood pressure.