The Pulmonary Stretch Receptors Act to Inhibit Inspiration So the Lungs

Question

The pulmonary stretch receptors act to inhibit inspiration so the lungs do not become overinflated.

Accepted Answer

The pulmonary stretch receptors are located in the walls of the airways and are activated when the lungs are stretched. This triggers a reflex that inhibits further inspiration and helps prevent overinflation of the lungs.