Opioid-induced depression of the medulla oblongata is most likely to
A)cause skeletal muscle paralysis.
B)depress respiratory activity.
C)decrease the synthesis of cerebrospinal fluid.
D)induce a motor aphasia.

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Opioid-induced depression of the medulla oblongata is likely to depress respiratory activity, as the medulla oblongata controls vital functions such as breathing and heart rate. Choice A (skeletal muscle paralysis) and Choice D (motor aphasia) are not typically associated with depression of the medulla oblongata by opioids. Choice C (decrease in the synthesis of cerebrospinal fluid) is unrelated to the medulla oblongata.

Opioid-Induced Depression of the Medulla Oblongata Is Most Likely to