What level of carbon monoxide toxicity is associated with coma, convulsions, and Cheyne-Stokes respiration?
a. 10% to 20% COHb
b. 20% to 30% COHb
c. 30% to 50% COHb
d. 50% to 60% COHb
D
At carboxyhemoglobin levels of 50% to 60%, coma, convulsions, and Cheyne-Stokes respiration would be likely to occur.
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