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What can lead to CO2 buildup in the blood?
What can lead to CO2 buildup in the blood?
- Decreased carbonic acid production
- Increased oxygen saturation
- Increased ventilation
- Increased metabolism (correct)
Which condition can contribute to impaired CO2 elimination?
Which condition can contribute to impaired CO2 elimination?
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (correct)
- Increased ventilation
- Enhanced carbonic acid production
- Normal respiratory function
What type of breathing can lead to CO2 buildup in the blood?
What type of breathing can lead to CO2 buildup in the blood?
- Hypoventilation (correct)
- Normal ventilation
- Deep breathing
- Hyperventilation
What type of curve illustrates the relationship between PCO2 and the content of CO2 in the blood at different levels of oxygen saturation?
What type of curve illustrates the relationship between PCO2 and the content of CO2 in the blood at different levels of oxygen saturation?
What factor does NOT contribute to increased CO2 levels in the blood?
What factor does NOT contribute to increased CO2 levels in the blood?
Which metabolic process can result in enhanced production of carbonic acid?
Which metabolic process can result in enhanced production of carbonic acid?
What effect does slow breathing have on CO2 levels in the blood?
What effect does slow breathing have on CO2 levels in the blood?