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Question:

How does the vomiting reflex happen?

Author: Jade Ann Paterson



Answer:

The oesophagus relaxes The diaphragm and abdominal muscles contract - increasing intra-abdominal pressure Epiglottis closes to stop regurgitated food travelling to the lungs Autonomic nervous system changes -Tachycardia, Increased salivation and peristalsis Expulsion of food


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