Human Performanceeasy#902
Hypoxic hypoxia in aviation is most commonly caused by:
A
carbon monoxide poisoning
B
anaemia
C
reduced partial pressure of oxygen at altitude
CorrectD
alcohol consumption
Explanation
Hypoxic hypoxia occurs when the partial pressure of oxygen in inspired air decreases with altitude, reducing oxygen uptake.
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