Hypoxemia caused by ____ is characterized by a normal or low PaCO2, and this type of hypoxemia responds well to moderate levels of supplemental oxygen.

A. intrapulmonary shunting
B. V/Q mismatch
C. acute hypoventilation
D. respiratory acidosis


Answer: B

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