Constriction of umbilical blood vessels during vaginal birth ________:
a. causes respiratory alkalosis
b. inhibits the respiratory center in the brain
c. elevates carbon dioxide levels in the blood
d. both a and b
Ans: c. elevates carbon dioxide levels in the blood
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Describe the erection reflex
What will be an ideal response?