Explain Why Oxygen Therapy Is Used in the Treatment of a Person

question 9

Multiple Choice

Explain why oxygen therapy is used in the treatment of a person with emphysema.

• A) Reduced lung compliance promotes carbon dioxide absorption by the alveoli.
• B) Reduced surface area for gas exchanges leads to lower blood oxygen levels.
• C) The individual begins expelling oxygen from the body during expiration.
• D) The individual's hemoglobin exhibits increased affinity to carbon monoxide.
• E) The amount of air retained in the lung at the end of expiration decreases significantly.

Grasp the role of genetic factors in determining physical fitness levels.

Distinguish between different types of interventions to promote physical exercise.

Know current physical activity recommendations for adults.

Know injury prevention strategies for physical activity.

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