What happens to the P(A-a)O 2 with $\dot { V } / \dot { Q }$ mismatch and shunt?

The P(A-a)O2 gradient increases with both V/Q mismatch and shunt because both conditions lead to impaired oxygenation, causing a difference between alveolar and arterial oxygen levels.

What happens to the P(A-a)O 2 with $\dot { V } / \dot { Q }$ mismatch and shunt?

The P(A-a)O2 gradient increases with both V/Q mismatch and shunt because both conditions lead to impaired oxygenation, causing a difference between alveolar and arterial oxygen levels.

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What Happens to the P(A-A)O₂ With $\dot { V } / \dot { Q }$

Question 17

Multiple Choice

What happens to the P(A-a) O₂ with $\dot { V } / \dot { Q }$ mismatch and shunt?

A) increases with $\dot { V } / \dot { Q }$ mismatch and decreases with shunt
B) decreases with both $\dot { V } / \dot { Q }$ mismatch and shunt
C) increases with both $\dot { V } / \dot { Q }$ mismatch and shunt
D) it does not change