Aerobic Respiration

question 178

Multiple Choice

Aerobic respiration:

• A)allows the body to avoid the use of oxygen for a short time.
• B)results in the formation of an incompletely catabolized molecule.
• C)results in the formation of lactate.
• D)produces the maximum amount of energy available from each glucose molecule.

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Definitions:

Substernal Retraction

A sign of respiratory distress, characterized by inward movement of the area below the breastbone during inhalation.

NG Tube

A nasogastric (NG) tube is a thin, flexible tube inserted through the nose, down the esophagus, and into the stomach for feeding or medication delivery.

Intermittent Suction

A medical procedure or device setup that applies suction at intervals, rather than continuously, to remove bodily fluids or gases.