Under most circumstances, increased work of breathing results in:
a. increased partial pressure of O2 in the lungs.
b. increased oxygen consumption.
c. decreased PaCO2.
d. alterations in alveolar perfusion.
ANS: B
An increase in the work of breathing can result in a marked increase in oxygen consumption. A marked increase in oxygen consumption is not associated with an increase in partial pressure, lower CO2, or altered alveolar perfusion.
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