An increase in alveolar ventilation (at rest) resulting in hyperventilation will reduce arterial ________ and increase ________.
A. O2; pH
B. pH; PCO2
C. PCO2; pH
D. None of these answers is correct
Answer: C
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A) Low prealbumin B) High C-reactive protein C) High bilirubin D) Low fasting blood sugar
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A) "Nothing to worry about. We all develop this as we age." B) "We better order a CT scan. It might be due to a blood clot in your radial artery." C) "This sounds like an inflammation in the lining of your veins. You need to take some NSAIDs." D) "Your arteries in your hands/fingers are going into spasm, which decreases blood flow and circulating oxygen."
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The process of anticipating problems or setbacks that may occur as part of behavior change is
A) relapse prevention. B) counteraction. C) unnecessary worry. D) alternate planning.