Coexisting Arterial Hypoxemia, Acidemia, and High PaCO₂ (I

question 34

Multiple Choice

Coexisting arterial hypoxemia, acidemia, and high PaCO₂ (i.e., asphyxia) will have what effect on the peripheral chemoreceptors?

• A) There is a decreased drive to breathe.
• B) There is a maximally increased drive to breathe.
• C) There is insufficient information to make a determination.
• D) There is virtually no response.

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