Refer to the Figure Shown

question 11

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure shown. Multiple species of poikilotherms that naturally experience different body temperatures are shown in the figure. The response of each species at multiple temperatures is plotted on the figure.
What is the most appropriate label for the y axis?

• A) Oxygen consumption
• B) Metabolic rate
• C) Enzyme-substrate affinity
• D) Rate of performance

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Definitions:

Arterial Oxygen Saturation

A measure of the amount of oxygen bound to hemoglobin in the blood, indicating the efficiency of oxygen transport.

Pulse Oximetry

A non-invasive method used to measure the oxygen saturation level of the blood, indicating how well oxygen is being sent to parts of the body furthest from the heart.

Acute Shortness

Likely refers to acute shortness of breath or dyspnea, a sudden and intense difficulty in breathing, often indicative of a medical condition.

Recumbent Position

A lying down position in which a person is on their back, often used in medical settings for comfort or examination purposes.