The ability of the hemoglobin molecule to bind oxygen in the lungs and
release it in the tissues depends on the affinity of the molecule.
What type of substance causes a pulmonary embolism?
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The embolism may be a thrombus, air accidentally injected into an
intravenous infusion, fat from the bone marrow after a fracture or trauma,
or amniotic fluid that enters the maternal circulation after rupture of
membranes.
What is oxyhemoglobin?
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Oxyhemoglobin is the term to describe when hemoglobin is bound with
oxygen.
What is pneumothorax?
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Pneumothorax is the presence of air in the pleural space that causes partial
or complete collapse of the affected lung.
What are the characteristics of COPD?
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