Asked by Carolyn Martinez on Jun 15, 2024
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Which of the following would not result in acidosis?
A) Rebreathing air from a paper bag
B) Hypoventilation
C) Breath holding
D) Hyperventilation
E) All of these could result in acidosis.
Acidosis
A condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of acid or a significant loss of bicarbonate in the body, which can decrease blood pH.
Hyperventilation
Rapid or deep breathing that exceeds the body's need for oxygen, often leading to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
Hypoventilation
A state of insufficient ventilation leading to an increase in blood carbon dioxide levels, which can disrupt the body's acid-base balance.
- Understand the physiological responses to and mechanisms of respiratory acidosis and alkalosis.
Verified Answer
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Elham KouhpayeJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Hyperventilation would result in hypocapnia (low levels of CO2), which would lead to respiratory alkalosis rather than acidosis. The other options can result in acidosis.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the physiological responses to and mechanisms of respiratory acidosis and alkalosis.