What is the normal increase in ventilation that occurs with increased metabolic rates called?
a. Hyperpnea
b. Hyperventilation
c. Hypopnea
d. Hypoventilation
ANS: A
The increase in ventilation that occurs with increased metabolic rates is termed hyperpnea.
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