Question

mr smith hypoventilates and retains too much co₂. which of the following receptors is stimulated by an increase in co₂? multiple choice itch - all receptors pressure receptors osmoreceptors peripheral chemoreceptors baroreceptors

Explanation:

Peripheral chemoreceptors are sensitive to changes in blood - gas levels, including an increase in carbon dioxide ($CO_2$). Irritant receptors respond to physical or chemical irritants, pressure receptors to pressure changes, osmoreceptors to osmotic changes, and baroreceptors to blood pressure changes.

Answer:

D. Peripheral chemoreceptors