What Can Occur When the Dead Space of the Lungs

question 10

Multiple Choice

What can occur when the dead space of the lungs increases?

• A) A larger percentage of the tidal volume is ventilating the dead space, leaving a smaller percentage for alveolar ventilation.
• B) The patient does not have to work as hard to fill the alveoli.
• C) There is better lung perfusion.
• D) Patient fatigue lessens.

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