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How does respiratory alkalosis increase respiratory rate

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Respiratory alkalosis involves an increase in respiratory rate and/or volume (hyperventilation). Hyperventilation occurs most often as a response to hypoxia, metabolic acidosis, increased metabolic demands (eg, fever), pain, or anxiety.

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