Which of the following is a pathophysiologic change associated with short-term (<24 hours) hyperventilation?

A. leftward shift of oxyhemoglobin curve
B. reduced O2 release to tissues
C. cerebral tissue hypoxia
D. decreased cerebral blood flow


Answer: D

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a. Frontal lobe b. Parietal lobe c. Temporal lobe d. Occipital lobe

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The _______________ summary form generally includes information that summarizes the reason the patient entered the hospital; tests, procedures, or operations performed in the hospital; medications administered in the hospital; and the disposition, or outcome, of the case. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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