In a healthy individual, how is ventilation and perfusion affected by high altitude exposure?
A. Only ventilation is increased
B. Only perfusion is increased
C. Both ventilation and pulmonary perfusion are increased
D. Ventilation is increased and pulmonary perfusion decreases slightly
Answer: C
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