Coexisting arterial hypoxemia, acidemia, and high PaCO2 (i.e., asphyxia) will have what effect on the peripheral chemoreceptors?
A) There is a decreased drive to breathe.
B) There is a maximally increased drive to breathe.
C) There is insufficient information to make a determination.
D) There is virtually no response.
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