Which of the following is an example of acute ventilatory failure?

A. spontaneous frequency >30/min
B. muscle fatigue
C. progressive acidosis and hypoventilation to pH <7.30 and PaCO2>50 mm Hg
D. apnea or bradypnea


Answer: D

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