Multiple Choice
The tendency of the lungs to return to their initial size after stretching is
A) compliance.
B) elasticity.
C) surface tension.
D) None of the choices are correct.
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Q23: Which of the following is NOT a
Q24: Metabolic alkalosis<br>A)may be caused by excessive vomiting.<br>B)occurs
Q25: Inhalation and accumulation of particles less than
Q26: At rest,normal oxygen unloading is _.<br>A)97%<br>B)75%<br>C)39%<br>D)22%
Q27: Intrapleural pressure _ during expiration.<br>A)increases<br>B)decreases<br>C)remains unchanged
Q29: Quiet inspiration will _ thoracic and lung
Q30: Which muscle's contraction will stimulate inspiration?<br>A)diaphragm<br>B)external intercostals<br>C)parasternal
Q31: A decreased affinity for oxygen shifts the
Q32: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy<br>A)is used to treat nitrogen
Q33: Hypoventilation can correct<br>A)metabolic acidosis.<br>B)respiratory acidosis.<br>C)metabolic alkalosis.<br>D)respiratory alkalosis.