5 Questions
Which term refers to the actual exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs?
Ventilation
Which term refers to the ability of the cardiovascular system to pump oxygenated blood to the tissues and return deoxygenated blood to the lungs?
Perfusion
Which term refers to the exchange of respiratory gases in the alveoli and capillaries?
Diffusion
Which term refers to the act of inhaling and exhaling air to transport oxygen to the alveoli?
Respiration
Which term refers to the mechanisms that facilitate or impair the body's ability to supply oxygen to cells?
Oxygenation
Test your knowledge on the care of patients with problems in oxygenation. This quiz will cover concepts such as oxygenation mechanisms, respiration, and ventilation. Challenge yourself and learn more about the body's ability to supply oxygen to cells.
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