The use of capnography in patients with prolonged cardiac arrest may be limited because:
A) of an excess buildup of nitrogen in the blood.
B) the paramedic often ventilates the patient too slowly.
C) of acidosis and minimal carbon dioxide elimination.
D) metabolic alkalosis damages the colorimetric paper.
Answer: C) of acidosis and minimal carbon dioxide elimination.
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