The VO2 or oxygen consumption is a measure of the difference…
The VO2 or oxygen consumption is a measure of the difference of oxygen that leaves the lungs and the amount that returns to the lungs. It is the amount of oxygen that was consumed. This can be calculated by using the following equation: VO2=C.O. x (CaO2-CvO2) VO2= oxygen consumption (mL/kg/min) C.O.= Cardiac Output (L/min) CaO2= arterial oxygen content (mL) CvO2= venous oxygen content (mL) If the Cardiac output is increased and the change in oxygen content remains constant, what happens to the oxygen consumption?
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