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    A Rapid Shallow Breathing Pattern Leads to V̇/Q̇ Mismatch Due
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A Rapid Shallow Breathing Pattern Leads to V̇/Q̇ Mismatch Due

Question 13

Question 13

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A rapid shallow breathing pattern leads to V̇/Q̇ mismatch due to a(n) :


A) decrease in lung compliance.
B) increase in airflow resistance.
C) decrease in cardiac output.
D) increase in dead space ventilation.

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