Human Performancemedium#914
Hyperventilation and hypoxia symptoms are similar, so a pilot should first:
A
assume hyperventilation and slow breathing
B
descend immediately
C
check the oxygen supply and put on oxygen mask, then control breathing rate
CorrectD
ignore the symptoms
Explanation
Since hypoxia is the more dangerous condition, the priority is to ensure adequate oxygen supply before addressing possible hyperventilation.
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