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Shunt physiology (low V/Q) — Flashcards

Shunt physiology (low V/Q) — Flashcards

Shunt physiology (low V/Q) — Flashcards
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#1

What type of V/Q mismatch occurs due to pulmonary embolus?_____

#2

What is the ideal V/Q ratio for adequate gas exchange? _____

#3

Decreasing VA/Q may be due to a _____ shunt

#4

A defining characteristic of hypoxemia caused by a right-to-left shunt is that it _____ be corrected with high O2 gas

#5

In a patient with a pulmonary emboli, V/Q lung scan shows mismatch due to abnormal _____

#6

Does 100% O2 improve PaO2 in V/Q mismatch due to shunt? _____

#7

_____ is perfusion of lung regions that are not ventilated (V/Q = 0)

#8

The V/Q ratio at the base of the lung is normally _____, indicating wasted perfusion

#9

In zone _____ of the lung, high alveolar pressure may compress the capillaries and reduce blood flow in this zone

#10

In the lungs, hypoxia causes vaso-_____

Shunt physiology (low V/Q) Flashcards for USMLE

Study 10 flashcards on Shunt physiology (low V/Q) for USMLE Physiology. These active recall cards cover the key concepts, clinical associations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of V/Q mismatch. Each card is designed to test your understanding rather than just recognition, building stronger and more durable memories for exam day.

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