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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