Multiple Choice
What changes would be expected in the ventilation-perfusion ratio in the presence of excessive blood loss?
A) The ventilation-perfusion ratio initially decreases will increase then will decrease dramatically.
B) The ventilation-perfusion ratio will increase.
C) The ventilation-perfusion ratio will decrease.
D) The ventilation-perfusion ratio will remain constant.
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