How Is Respiratory Failure Defined

question 36

Multiple Choice

How is respiratory failure defined?

• A)cessation of respiratory function
• B)inability to increase respiratory function during increased activity
• C)the presence of slow,irregular respirations
• D)PaO₂ less than 50 mm Hg or PaCO₂ greater than 50 mm Hg

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