Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes the difference between mismatch and shunt when supplemental oxygen is administered?
A) Both will respond equally well.
B) mismatch will respond well but shunt will not.
C) mismatch will not respond but shunt will respond well.
D) Neither will respond to the administration of supplemental oxygen.
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