Hypoxia Flashcards
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Hypoxic
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Result of insufficient oxygen *High altitude
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Anemic hypoxia
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When the body is not able to take up and transport sufficient oxygen to the cells. * Carbon monoxide.
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Stagnant hypoxia
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Results when oxygen rich blood in the lungs is not moving. * High G maneuvers.
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Histotoxic hypoxia
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Is the inability of cells to effectively use oxygen. * Impairment due to alcohol and drugs.
