Tracheostomy reduces dead space by –
Correct Answer: By-passing upper airway
Description: Ans. is 'a' i.e., By-passing upper airway o Important effects of tracheostomy on respiratory physiologya) Tracheostomy decreases dead space as upper air ways and nasal cavity are bypassed.b) Tracheostomy decreases ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) ratio. Increased dead space increases ventilation/perfusion ratio as the dead space (containing air) is ventilated but not perfused for gaseous exchange. Tracheostomy decreases the dead space, therefore it will decrease the V/Q ratio.c) Tracheostomy reduces the airflow resistance
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