Veterinary Technician

Category - Anesthesia

The deficiency of oxygen saturation in the tissues is referred as .
  1. Hypoxia
  2. Hypovolemia
  3. Hypoxemia
  4. Hypoventilation
Explanation
Answer: A - Hypoxia is the deficiency of oxygen saturation in the tissues which results from hypoxemia. There are many causes of hypoxia besides inadequate ventilation during anesthesia, including pulmonary disorders, anemia, circulation issues, and other abnormal conditions of the surrounding tissues that prevent oxygen saturation.
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