The nurse knows that the primary function of the alveoli is which of the following?
A)Carry out gas exchange.
B)Store oxygen.
C)Regulate tidal volume.
D)Produce hemoglobin.

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The alveolus is a capillary membrane that allows gas exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide during respiration.The alveoli do not store oxygen,regulate tidal volume,or produce hemoglobin.

The Nurse Knows That the Primary Function of the Alveoli