If ventilation is impaired, carbon dioxide levels in the bloodstream will increase. This condition is called:

A. acidosis.
B. hypoxia.
C. hypoxemia.
D. hypercarbia.

Ans: D. hypercarbia.

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A. A chute to collect and drain runoff water B. A container constructed of a salvage cover to collect small amounts of water C. A salvage cover ballooned to float over household or commercial items to be covered D. A kit containing a special collection of tools stored in a designated toolbox on a firefighting apparatus

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Soon after being placed in a cool environment, the body will respond by:

A) inhibiting conduction through piloerection. B) inducing thermogenesis to increase heat production. C) inducing thermolysis to release heat. D) all of the above.

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