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NREMT Advanced EMT Practice Test #3

Category - EMT-I/99

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During what event do cells continue to do their job without adequate oxygen supply?
  1. Anaerobic metabolism
  2. Aerobic metabolism
  3. When the body is resting.
  4. When the body is exercising.
Explanation
Answer - A - During anaerobic metabolism, cells continue to do their job without adequate oxygen supply. The result is a marked decrease in ATP production and increase of harmful acids. If oxygen is applied in time, the condition is reversible. If not, it is irreversible, and cell death is imminent.
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