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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Definitions:

Stroke Volume

The volume of blood the heart's left ventricle ejects with a single beat.

Blood Pumped

Describes the process of the heart moving blood throughout the body's circulatory system.

Cardiorespiratory Fitness

The ability of the heart, lungs, and vascular system to supply oxygen-rich blood to working muscles during sustained physical activity.

Oxygen-rich Air

Air that has a higher concentration of oxygen than is found at sea level, often used for therapeutic purposes or in high-altitude environments.