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14. To compensate for the changes in tidal volume during airplane takeoff, study has indicated that the tidal
volume can be _______ by _______ per 1,000 ft of ascent.
A. increased; 3% C. decreased; 3%
B. increased; 10% D. decreased; 10%

15. High-altitude-induced hypoxia may cause all of the following initial physiologic changes except :

A. hyperventilation. C. tachycardia.
B. tachypnea. D. hypoventilation.

Answers to Self-Assessment Questions

1. A. 5. C. 9. C. 13. B.
2. B. 6. B. 10. D. 14. C.

3. A. 7. D. 11. A. 15. D.
4. C. 8. C. 12. A.

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