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-Sensors in the internal carotid arteries and aortic arch that detect changes in the concentration of hydrogen ions (pH), oxygen, and carbon dioxide in the blood.
A)Acute coronary syndromes
B)Chronotropic
C)Tamponade
D)Chemoreceptors
E)Mediastinum
F)Myocardial ischemia
G)Venous return
H)Baroreceptors
I)Calcium

Question

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Sensors in the internal carotid arteries and aortic arch that detect changes in the concentration of hydrogen ions (pH), oxygen, and carbon dioxide in the blood are called chemoreceptors.

Answer: H
 Baroreceptors are sensors located in the aortic arch and carotid sinus that detect changes in blood pressure.

Answer: F
 Myocardial ischemia is a condition in which blood flow to the heart muscle is reduced, resulting in oxygen and nutrient deprivation and potential damage to the heart muscle.

Answer: G
 Venous return refers to the amount of blood returning to the heart from the peripheral circulation.

Answer: I
 Calcium is an important electrolyte involved in muscle contraction, including the contraction of the heart muscle.

Note: The remaining choices (A, B, C, and E) do not match the provided description.

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