Physiology Clamping of the carotid aeries below (proximal) the carotid sinus is likely to produce A Increase in blood pressure and increase in hea rate B Decrease in blood pressure and decrease in hea rate C Increase in blood pressure and decrease in hea rate D Decrease in blood pressure and increase in hea rate 💡 Explanation Clamping of the carotid aeries below (proximal) the carotid sinus is likely to produce ✓ Correct Answer: A. Increase in blood pressure and increase in hea rate