A Consequence of Alveolar Hypoxia Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

A consequence of alveolar hypoxia is:

• A) Reactive vasodilation
• B) Local bronchoconstriction
• C) Decreased respiratory rate
• D) Pulmonary artery vasoconstriction

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