The Rhythm Most Often Associated with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

question 9

Multiple Choice

The rhythm most often associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is

• A)atrial fibrillation.
• B)SVT.
• C)sinus arrhythmia.
• D)multifocal atrial tachycardia.

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Definitions:

Tidal Volume

The volume of air moved into or out of the lungs during a normal breath, essential in respiratory physiology.

Vital Capacity

The maximum amount of air a person can exhale after maximum inhalation, used to assess the health of the respiratory system.

Hemoglobin

A component of red blood cells, tasked with ferrying oxygen from the lungs to various bodily locations.

Plasma

The liquid component of blood in which the blood cells are suspended, consisting mainly of water, proteins, and salts.