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What term refers to a severe condition characterized by the complete absence of oxygen supply to body tissues and cells?
What term refers to a severe condition characterized by the complete absence of oxygen supply to body tissues and cells?
- Hypoxemia
- Anoxia (correct)
- Hypoxia
- Oxygen toxicity
Which condition specifically refers to the presence of low oxygen levels in the bloodstream?
Which condition specifically refers to the presence of low oxygen levels in the bloodstream?
- Oxygen toxicity
- Hypoxia
- Hypoxemia (correct)
- Anoxia
What can lead to apoptosis or necrosis due to increased concentrations of oxygen free radicals causing cellular damage?
What can lead to apoptosis or necrosis due to increased concentrations of oxygen free radicals causing cellular damage?
- Anemia
- Infection
- Hypoxemia
- Oxygen toxicity (correct)
Which factor can cause hypoxia by decreasing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood?
Which factor can cause hypoxia by decreasing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood?
What term describes a vicious cycle initiated by cell death triggers and oxygen free radicals causing further cell damage?
What term describes a vicious cycle initiated by cell death triggers and oxygen free radicals causing further cell damage?
Which condition can be chronic or acute, ranging from mild to severe depending on the extent of oxygen deprivation?
Which condition can be chronic or acute, ranging from mild to severe depending on the extent of oxygen deprivation?
What is the primary rationale for administering supplemental oxygen in the ICU?
What is the primary rationale for administering supplemental oxygen in the ICU?
Why is the administration of supplemental oxygen considered risky?
Why is the administration of supplemental oxygen considered risky?
What can an elevated level of PaO2 lead to?
What can an elevated level of PaO2 lead to?
Why is there an emphasis on a conservative, normoxic oxygenation strategy?
Why is there an emphasis on a conservative, normoxic oxygenation strategy?
What is one risk associated with high FiO2 values in poorly ventilated patients?
What is one risk associated with high FiO2 values in poorly ventilated patients?
Why is the liberal administration of supplemental oxygen discouraged?
Why is the liberal administration of supplemental oxygen discouraged?
