C2.i · Control of Breathing

Describe the role of carbon dioxide in the control of alveolar ventilation.

List the physiological factors which increase respiratory rate and explain their mechanism

List the physiological factors that increase respiratory rate. Include an explanation of the mechanism by which each achieves this increase.

List the physiological factors that increase respiratory rate. Include an explanation of the mechanism by which each achieves this increase.

Describe the control of breathing using the following headings: (a) sensors (50% of marks) b) controllers (40% of marks) (c) effectors (10% of marks) Include in your answer the location(s) and function(s) of each.

Explain the control of breathing.

Describe the control of alveolar ventilation.

Explain the control of breathing

How is alveolar ventilation regulated?

Describe the physiological factors that affect PaCO2.

Outline the physiological factors that affect arterial carbon dioxide tension (PaCO2). (Measurement factors are NOT required.)

Describe the physiological factors that affect the arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide. (Measurement factors are not required).