A patient experiencing extreme emotional stress is observed to be exhibiting both tachycardia and tachypnea. Which component of the patient's nervous system is responsible for normalizing the patient's response?

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The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for normalizing physiological responses during periods of stress. It slows down tachycardia and tachypnea, bringing the body back to a state of homeostasis.

A Patient Experiencing Extreme Emotional Stress Is Observed to Be