A patient with a normal PaO₂ and cardiac output is exhibiting signs and symptoms of tissue hypoxia. What is the most likely cause?

Name: A patient with a normal PaO 2 and cardiac output is exhibiting signs and symptoms of tissue hypoxia. What is the most likely cause?
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Hemoglobin deficiency can lead to tissue hypoxia despite normal PaO2 and cardiac output because there is insufficient hemoglobin to carry adequate oxygen to the tissues.

A Patient with a Normal PaO2 and Cardiac Output Is

A Patient with a Normal PaO₂ and Cardiac Output Is