Multiple Choice
Acute hypercapnic respiratory failure may be caused by which of the following?
A) Decreased fractional inspired oxygen (FɪO₂)
B) Pulmonary shunt
C) Respiratory muscle fatigue
D) Perfusion/diffusion impairment
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