When tissue or organs are destroyed as a result of oxygen deprivation, it is known as
a. an infarction c. ischemia
b. hypoxia d. dead space
A
An infarction is defined as necrosis or death. Hypoxia is a lack of oxygen. Ischemia is a reduction of blood flow. Dead space is an area within the pulmonary structures that is well ventilated but poorly perfused.
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