The Work of Breathing Normally Requires About 3 Percent of Total

question 213

Multiple Choice

The work of breathing normally requires about 3 percent of total energy expenditure.In which situation will this decrease NOT occur?

• A) when elastic recoil is decreased
• B) when resistance goes up
• C) when the partial pressure of oxygen increases in the air
• D) when ventilation is increased

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