Which of the Following Causes of Brain Hypoxia Would Most

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following causes of brain hypoxia would most strongly stimulate the aortic and carotid chemoreceptors?

• A) Carbon monoxide poisoning
• B) Severe anemia
• C) Formation of methemoglobin
• D) A marked decrease in pulmonary diffusing capacity
• E) Acute respiratory alkalosis

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