What is ventilation that is insufficient to meet metabolic needs called?

a. Hypoventilation
b. Hyperventilation
c. Hyperpnea
d. Hypopnea


ANS: A
Ventilation that does not meet metabolic needs (resulting in respiratory acidosis) is termed hypoventilation. Hypoventilation is indicated by the presence of an elevated PaCO2.

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