Physiology How does chronic hypertension affect the range of arterial pressure over which the cerebral circulation can maintain relatively constant blood flow? A Very little change occurs B The vasculature primarily adapts to higher arterial pressure C The vasculature primarily loses regulation at low arterial pressure D The entire range of regulation shifts to higher pressures 💡 Explanation How does chronic hypertension affect the range of arterial pressure over which the cerebral circulation can maintain relatively constant blood flow? ✓ Correct Answer: D. The entire range of regulation shifts to higher pressures