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What happens to air pressure at higher altitudes?
It decreases
What is Exercise-induced arterial hypoxemia (EIAH) characterized by?
Severely reduced oxygen carried in arterial blood
At what oxygen saturation level is a condition considered to be in the 'severe' category?
Below 88%
What is the main cause of Exercise-induced arterial hypoxemia (EIAH)?
Decreased oxygen in arterial blood during exercise
At what oxygen saturation level is a condition considered to be in the 'severe' category?
88%
How does altitude affect the need for oxygen intake?
Increases the need for oxygen intake
Test your knowledge of exercise-induced arterial hypoxemia (EIAH) with this quiz. Learn about the definition and occurrence of EIAH, as well as the severity levels based on oxygen levels in arterial blood.
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