Which of the Following V/Q Ratios Would Most Suggest Intrapulmonary

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following V/Q ratios would most suggest intrapulmonary shunting?

• A) 0.8
• B) 2.2
• C) 0.4
• D) V/Q ratios are not related to shunting.

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