Which Statement Is NOT True for Hypercapnia

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT true for hypercapnia?

• A) It refers to excess CO₂ in the arterial blood.
• B) It occurs when CO₂ is blown off to the atmosphere at a rate faster than it is being produced by the tissues.
• C) It may be caused by hypoventilation.

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