An Increased Arterial-To-End-Tidal Partial Pressure CO₂ Gradient Can Help Identify

question 12

Multiple Choice

An increased arterial-to-end-tidal partial pressure CO₂ gradient can help identify which of the following?

• A) Pulmonary embolism
• B) Dynamic hyperinflation
• C) Cardiogenic pulmonary edema
• D) Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema

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