Hypoxia and hypercapnia · Physiology

Histotoxic hypoxia is characterized by:

  1. Reduced oxygen delivery to tissues
  2. Impaired oxygen use by tissues
  3. Low circulating hemoglobin levels
  4. Decreased arterial oxygen tension overall
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Correct answer: Impaired oxygen use by tissues

In histotoxic hypoxia, tissues cannot utilize oxygen despite adequate delivery. Cyanide poisoning is a classic cause.

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