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- 24 Aug 2023
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- 28 May 2026
Which instrument is used to monitor heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure, reflecting autonomic nervous system activity?
Multiple choice question for Emotions. Select an option, then review the explanation below.
Explanation
A polygraph is a device that simultaneously records physiological indicators such as heart rate, respiration, and blood pressure, which are associated with autonomic arousal. The other options measure different physiological signals: electromyocardiograph records muscle and heart activity, galvanic response meter measures skin conductance, and electroencephalograph records brain waves.
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