Which of the Following Physiologic Conditions Result from the Presence

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following physiologic conditions result from the presence of normal amounts of pulmonary surfactant in the lung?

• A)Pulmonary compliance decreases.
• B)Uniform gas distribution during expiration occurs.
• C)The functional residual capacity is maintained.
• D)Pulmonary perfusion matches alveolar ventilation.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Constancy

The ability of the human perception system to recognize objects as remaining the same despite changes in sensory input, such as changes in lighting, distance, or angle.

Top-Down Processing

A cognitive approach where perception is driven by high-level cognitive processes, expectations, and prior knowledge.

Illumination

The provision of light or the act of illuminating a space.

Color Constancy

The perceptual phenomenon in which the perceived color of objects remains relatively constant under varying illumination conditions.