If a patient has low blood oxygen levels but their blood is circulating properly, the most likely area functioning improperly is the alveoli. The alveoli are responsible for gas exchange, allowing oxygen to enter the blood and carbon dioxide to be removed. If the alveoli are not functioning properly, it can lead to low oxygen levels in the blood, despite normal circulation.
A patient has low blood oxygen levels, although the patient's blood is circulating properly. Which is most likely functioning improperly?(1 point)
Responses
the capillaries
the capillaries
the alveoli
the alveoli
the aorta
the aorta
the pulmonary vein
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