Which of the Following Is the Major Effect Produced by an Increase

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the major effect produced by an increase in the rate and depth of respiration?

• A) Plasma PCO₂ rises.
• B) Plasma PCO₂ falls.
• C) Plasma PCO₂ stays the same.
• D) The pH shifts to the alkaline side of the physiologic range.

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