CHRONIC HYPOVENTILATION Etiologic

Disorders of Ventilation ALVEOLAR HYPOVENTILATION When there is alveolar hypoventilation, arterial PC02 increases above the range of 37 – 43 mmHg. PaC02 may be 50 – 80 mmHg. The respiratory system is dependent upon a complex system of ventilatory control to ensure appropriate and adequate ventilation in order to supply...