A person has been hyperventilation for an extended period of time. This person is at risk of developing ____________. Group of answer choices respiratory alkalosis respiratory acidosis metabolic acidosis metabolic alkalosis   Type II alveolar cells are responsible for Group of answer choices Immune functions Structural support Surfactant production Gas exchange

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Q: Emphysema is an obstructive type of disorder that results in a person having normal lung volumes but…

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Q: A respiratory therapist must draw arterial blood from a patient before O2 therapy can be initiated.…

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Q: Which of the following structures is included in the respiratory portion (where gas exchange occurs)…

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Q: Fill in the blank:  As a result of hyperventilation, breath-holding time is _______________________.

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Q: Which pleura covers the surface of the lung? One word.

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