Under normal physiologic conditions, what is the determinant of the PACO2?
A. PCO2
B. PaCO2
C. CO2
D. PICO2
?ANS: C
A. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
B. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
C. Correct response: The determinant of the PACO2 and the PaCO2 is CO2 with respect to the ventilation delivered to perfused alveoli.
D. Incorrect response: See explanation C.
Health Professions
You might also like to view...
A false-negative leukocyte esterase test may be caused by:
A) contamination with vaginal discharge. B) ascorbic acid. C) strong oxidizing agents. D) pigmented urine.
Health Professions
Reduction of a displaced fracture is coded to the Root Operation:
A) Fusion. B) Reposition. C) Reattachment. D) Transplantation.
Health Professions