Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321743261
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Chapter 22 - The Respiratory System - Review Questions - Page 847: 25b

Answer

During hyperventilation, more CO2 is expelled than is the case in normal breathing.

Work Step by Step

As blood CO2 decreases, plasma pH rises. This causes cerebral arteries to constrict, with resultant cerebral ischemia and decrease in brain tissue perfusion. Some symptoms that may result from this situation are confusion, dizziness, and fainting
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