An Intense Vagal Discharge is Most Apt to Cause

Question

An intense vagal discharge is most apt to cause
A) tachycardia.
B) syncope.
C) deep vein thrombosis.
D) white coat hypertension.

Accepted Answer

An intense vagal discharge, also known as vasovagal syncope, is most likely to cause syncope or fainting. This is because the vagus nerve is responsible for controlling the heart rate and blood pressure, and an abnormal increase in vagal tone can result in a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure, leading to loss of consciousness. Tachycardia, deep vein thrombosis, and white coat hypertension are not typically associated with vagal discharge.