Altitude Flashcards
1
Q
Effect on pressure and gradient
A
Increase in barometric pressure and diffusion gradient
2
Q
Effect on breathing rate
A
Increase
3
Q
Effect on stroke volume and heart rate
A
Stroke volume decreases, so heart rate has to increase
4
Q
Effect on blood volume
A
Decreases
5
Q
Acclimitisation
A
Adaption to change in environmental conditions
2 weeks
6
Q
Benefits
A
Reduced altitude sickness
Breathing rate stabilises
Release more EPO, so more rbc and 02 carrying capacity
More efficient heart
